Math Problem Statement

What is the area of ΔABC such that b = 28 centimeters, c = 14 centimeters, and measure of angle A equals 30 degrees question mark

98 centimeters2 169.741 centimeters2 193.654 centimeters2 196 centimeters2

Solution

To find the area of triangle ΔABC\Delta ABC given the sides b=28b = 28 cm, c=14c = 14 cm, and the angle A=30A = 30^\circ, we can use the formula for the area of a triangle when two sides and the included angle are known:

Area=12×b×c×sin(A)\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times b \times c \times \sin(A)

Substituting the given values:

Area=12×28×14×sin(30)\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 28 \times 14 \times \sin(30^\circ)

We know that sin(30)=12\sin(30^\circ) = \frac{1}{2}:

Area=12×28×14×12\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 28 \times 14 \times \frac{1}{2}

Area=12×28×14×12=98 cm2\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times 28 \times 14 \times \frac{1}{2} = 98 \text{ cm}^2

Thus, the area of ΔABC\Delta ABC is 9898 square centimeters.

The correct answer is:

98 centimeters2\boxed{98 \text{ centimeters}^2}

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you derive the sine rule for calculating the area of a triangle?
  2. What would be the area if angle A were 60 degrees instead of 30 degrees?
  3. How does the area change if both sides bb and cc are doubled?
  4. How can you find the area of a triangle if only one side and two angles are given?
  5. What is the relationship between the area of a triangle and its perimeter?

Tip: When given two sides and the included angle in a triangle, the sine rule is a quick and effective way to find the area.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Trigonometry

Formulas

Area of a triangle with two sides and included angle

Theorems

Sine rule for triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12