Question

Evaluate the function requested. Write your answer as a fractic

B
f
52
20
A
48
Find tan A.

Answer 1

b. Tan A = 5/12

Explanation:

Recall: SOHCAHTOA.

Since the trigonometric function we are to find is Tan A, we would use TOA, which is:

Tan θ = Opp/Adj

θ = A

Opp = 20

Adj = 48

Thus:

Tan A = 20/48

Simplify the fraction

Tan A = 5/12