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7. what is the value of x

7. what is the value of x-example-1
User Xiecs
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Answer:

x ≈ 18.52

Explanation:

Using the tangent ratio in the right triangle

tan51° =
(opposite)/(adjacent) =
(x)/(15)

Multiply both sides by 15

15 × tan51° = x, thus

x ≈ 18.52 ( to 2 dec. places )

User Gary Verhaegen
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Answer:

x = 18.5

Explanation:

tangent is opposite over adjacent

tan 51 = x/15

solve for x

be sure your calculator is in Degree mode.

x = tan 51 * 15

User Yuriy Saraykin
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