Math Problem Statement

Refer to the diagram below and solve the following intersection problem. You are given control points Y with coordinates of 100.000N and 100.000E and control point X with coordinates of 120.201N and 181.020E. Your observe an internal angle at Y of 36 degrees and an internal angle at X of 61 degrees. Calculate the EASTING coordinate of C. Show your answer to 3 dp and show no units.

Solution

To solve this problem, we'll use the concept of triangulation to determine the coordinates of point C. Given the two control points YY and XX, their coordinates, and the internal angles at these points, we can calculate the position of point CC by applying trigonometry.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Define Known Quantities:

    • Control Point YY: (100.000,100.000)(100.000, 100.000)
    • Control Point XX: (120.201,181.020)(120.201, 181.020)
    • Angle at YY: 3636^\circ
    • Angle at XX: 6161^\circ
  2. Determine the Azimuth from Point YY to Point XX: The azimuth (or bearing) from point YY to point XX is the angle that line YXYX makes with the positive East direction. To compute this, we use the formula: AzimuthYX=tan1(ΔNΔE)\text{Azimuth}_{YX} = \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{\Delta N}{\Delta E} \right) where:

    • ΔN=120.201100.000=20.201\Delta N = 120.201 - 100.000 = 20.201
    • ΔE=181.020100.000=81.020\Delta E = 181.020 - 100.000 = 81.020

    Let's calculate the azimuth:

AzimuthYX=tan1(20.20181.020)\text{Azimuth}_{YX} = \tan^{-1} \left( \frac{20.201}{81.020} \right)

  1. Determine the Angles to Point CC:

    • Angle from YY to CC: Azimuth from YY to XX +36+ 36^\circ.
    • Angle from XX to CC: Azimuth from XX to YY +61+ 61^\circ.
  2. Calculate the Position of Point CC: We need to solve the triangle formed by points X,Y,X, Y, and CC using the law of sines.

Let's compute these calculations in Python.The Easting coordinate of point CC is 168.222 (rounded to three decimal places).

Would you like a detailed explanation of the steps, or do you have any other questions?

Related Questions:

  1. How do you calculate the Northing coordinate of point CC?
  2. What is the distance between points XX and CC?
  3. How do you convert between azimuths and bearings?
  4. What is the significance of using the law of sines in triangulation problems?
  5. How can you find the coordinates of point CC if additional points are introduced?

Tip: When working with angles and coordinates, it's crucial to keep track of the direction and reference point to avoid errors in your calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Geometry
Law of Sines

Formulas

Law of Sines
Inverse Tangent (arctan)

Theorems

Law of Sines

Suitable Grade Level

High School