Question

Describe your approach to solving a given triangle. Include specific details about what you look for and how you start the

problem. What are the important pieces of information that affect how you solve the triangle?

Answer 1

This worked for me so here....

If the triangle is a right triangle, you can use simple trigonometric ratios to find the missing parts. In a general triangle (acute or obtuse), you need to use other techniques, including the law of cosines and the law of sines. You can also find the area of triangles by using trigonometric ratios.

Answer 2

During solving a triangle, I analyse first all the given data and variables, because this help to understand the logical procedure I should take. Then, I read several time the question of the problem, this gives me the clue about what theorems I should use.

After selecting the proper theorems to solve the triangle, I look for details that match with theorems, in order to organise a logical sequence.

With this approach, I tend to get all the needed information to demonstrate or solve the triangle, justifying every step with theorems.