Question

Using trig to find a side
Solve for x. Round to the nearest tenth, if necessary.

Answer 1

x = 117.8

Explanation:

The tan value of an angle gives the ratio between the opposing side and the adjacent side of the angle.

Taking the tan value of the listed angle :

tan 50° = x/99

1.19 = x/99

x = 1.19 × 99

x = 117.8 (nearest tenth)