Solve for x. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary. 1.8 & x

Boris Yakubchik asked Mar 2, 2022

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Answer:

x ≈ 1.4

Explanation:

Using the sine ratio in the right triangle

sin50° =
(opposite)/(hypotenuse) =
(RS)/(RT) =
(x)/(1.8) ( multiply both sides by 1.8 )

1.8 × sin50° = x , then

x ≈ 1.4 ( to the nearest tenth )

Pieces answered Mar 9, 2022

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