Question

Solve for xx. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary.

X
Y
Z
56°
x
21

Answer 1

The value of x rounded to the nearest tenth is 14.2

Using the concept of Trigonometry:

• Tangent = opposite/ Adjacent

Tan(56) = 21 / x

x = 21 / Tan(56)

x = 14.164

Rounding to the nearest tenth, x = 14.2