Question

Solve for x in this triangle. Round your answer to the nearest tenth. 37⁰ X 14​

Answer 1

x ≈ 18.6

Explanation:

using the tangent ratio in the right triangle

tan37° =
`(opposite)/(adjacent)` =
`(14)/(x)` ( multiply both sides by x )

x × tan37° = 14 ( divide both sides by tan37° )

x =
`(14)/(tan37)` ≈ 18.6 ( to the nearest tenth )