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How do I calculate the missing side using the 33 degree angle in trig terms

How do I calculate the missing side using the 33 degree angle in trig terms-example-1

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the answer is 9 & they already explained it
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Answer:

BC = 9

Explanation:

Since we know theta is = 33 degrees, we use it and we use Tan to find the adjacent side:

Tan=Opp/Adj

Tan(33)=6/BC

0.649=6/BC

BC= 9.239

As the question asks for rounding to the nearest tenths:

BC = 9

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