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

P.
х
50°
Q
R
4.2

Solve for x. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary. P. х 50° Q R 4.2-example-1

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Answer:

5.0 =x

Explanation:

Since this is a right triangle

tan theta = opp side/ adjacent side

tan 50 = x / 4.2

4.2 tan 50 = x

5.005365089 =x

Rounding to the nearest tent

5.0 =x

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