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Jol 26, 12:24:35 PM

Solve for x. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary.
5.7
71
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Jol 26, 12:24:35 PM Solve for x. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary. 5.7 71 Answer-example-1
User Michael Socha
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Answer:

x = 16.6

Explanation:

Since this is a right triangle, we can use trig functions

tan theta = opp / adj

tan 71 = x /5.7

5.7 tan 71 = x

x=16.55400

Rounding to the nearest tenth

x = 16.6

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