Question

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

Answer 1

x ≈ 60.6°

Explanation:

Using the tangent ratio in the right triangle

tan x =
`(opposite)/(adjacent)` =
`(IJ)/(HI)` =
`(3.9)/(2.2)` , then

x =
`tan^(-1)` (
`(3.9)/(2.2)` ) ≈ 60.6° ( to the nearest tenth )