Math Problem Statement

Show that angle EBA = 32°, correct to the nearest degree, given AB = 6.4 cm, EB = 5.7 cm, and the volume of the prism is 145 cm³.

Solution

We are tasked with showing that angle EBA=32\angle EBA = 32^\circ, given that:

  • AB=6.4cmAB = 6.4 \, \text{cm}
  • EB=5.7cmEB = 5.7 \, \text{cm}
  • The length of the prism is 15 cm, and the volume is 145 cm³.

We can solve for EBA\angle EBA using the cosine rule since ABE\triangle ABE is a triangle where two sides are known. Here's how:

Cosine Rule:

The cosine rule states: cos(θ)=a2+b2c22ab\cos(\theta) = \frac{a^2 + b^2 - c^2}{2ab} Where:

  • a=EB=5.7cma = EB = 5.7 \, \text{cm}
  • b=AB=6.4cmb = AB = 6.4 \, \text{cm}
  • c=EAc = EA, the third side of the triangle EBAEBA.

However, to apply the cosine rule fully, we need EAEA. The volume of the prism and additional calculations could give further clues for determining EAEA, if needed.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Cosine Rule
Prism Volume
Triangles

Formulas

Cosine rule: cos(θ) = (a^2 + b^2 - c^2) / (2ab)
Volume of prism: V = Base Area × Height

Theorems

Cosine Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12