In ΔCDE, the measure of ∠E=90°, ED = 28, CE = 45, and DC = 53. What ratio represents the tangent of ∠C?

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Broguyman asked Sep 3, 2022

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In ΔCDE, the measure of ∠E=90°, ED = 28, CE = 45, and DC = 53. What ratio represents the tangent of ∠C?

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Broguyman asked Sep 3, 2022

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I just go it wrong, it's 28/45

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MBK answered Sep 4, 2022

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Explanation:

tangent = opposite / hypothenus

tan C = ED / DC

tan C = 28 / 53

Oliver Giesen answered Sep 8, 2022

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