Answer:
Z = 28.1 degrees
Explanation:
Since this is a right triangle, we can use trig functions
sin Z = opposite side/ hypotenuse
sin Z = 8/17
Take the inverse sin of each side
sin ^-1 ( sin Z) = sin^ -1 ( 8/17)
z = 28.07248694
Rounding to the nearest tenth
Z = 28.1 degrees