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Which tool would be best to solve this problem?

Pythagorean Theorem

Triangle Angle Sum Theorem

Tangent Ratio

Sine Ratio

Cosine Ratio

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Which tool would be best to solve this problem? Pythagorean Theorem Triangle Angle-example-1
User BJHop
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Explanation:

Cosine Ratio is the best tool to solve this problem.

cos38°=x/8

x =8*cos38°

x = 8*0.79

x = 6.32

User Raben
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