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The ΔPQR is right-angled at P, and PN is an altitude. If QN = 12 in and NR = 6 in, find PN, PQ, PR.

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Answer:

PR = 6√2, PN = 6, PQ = 12√2

Explanation:

Find the unknowns through Sin, Cos, Tan formulae.

The explanation is attached in the pictures. !!

The ΔPQR is right-angled at P, and PN is an altitude. If QN = 12 in and NR = 6 in-example-1
The ΔPQR is right-angled at P, and PN is an altitude. If QN = 12 in and NR = 6 in-example-2
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