Question

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

50 points

Answer 1

Answer: 8.7

Explanation:

Given:

hypotenuse = 9

Angle x =75

opposite of angle = x

Solution:

From SOH CAH TOA, use SOH

sin x =
`(opposite)/(hypotenuse)` > substitute

sin 75 =
`(x)/(9)` > multiply both sides by 9

9*sin 75 =x

x=8.7