Math Problem Statement

Calculate the length of AD in the given triangle configuration with angles and one side labeled.

Solution

The diagram shows a triangle configuration with angles and a length. To solve for the length of ADAD, we can use trigonometric relationships, likely applying the law of sines or cosines, or breaking it into simpler triangle components.

Let’s break it down:

  1. ABC\triangle ABC: Right triangle where BC=50cmBC = 50 \, \text{cm}, C=47\angle C = 47^\circ, and ACB=90\angle ACB = 90^\circ. This triangle will be used to determine ABAB and potentially other components.
  2. ADC\triangle ADC: Has D=60\angle D = 60^\circ, which will likely involve calculations using the adjacent ACAC.

I will now calculate ADAD. math

Given values

BC = 50 # cm angle_C = 47 # degrees (angle in triangle ABC) angle_D = 60 # degrees (angle in triangle ADC)

Convert angles to radians for trigonometric functions

angle_C_rad = math.radians(angle_C) angle_D_rad = math.radians(angle_D)

Step 1: Calculate AC in triangle ABC using trigonometric ratios

cos(angle_C) = adjacent/hypotenuse => AC = BC * cos(angle_C)

AC = BC * math.cos(angle_C_rad)

Step 2: Use triangle ADC to calculate AD

tan(angle_D) = opposite/adjacent => AD = AC * tan(angle_D)

AD = AC * math.tan(angle_D_rad)

AC, ADThe calculations yield the following results:

  1. AC=34.10cmAC = 34.10 \, \text{cm} (side adjacent to C\angle C in ABC\triangle ABC).
  2. AD=59.06cmAD = 59.06 \, \text{cm} (length of the required side in ADC\triangle ADC).

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Related Questions

  1. How is the law of sines applied to non-right triangles in general?
  2. How would the solution change if BCBC had a different length?
  3. What are the applications of tangent and cosine in real-life scenarios?
  4. How can you find ABAB in the diagram for additional checks?
  5. Can you use the law of cosines instead to verify the result?

Tip

For solving triangles, always identify whether right triangles or general rules like the law of sines/cosines are needed for efficiency.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Right Triangle Properties
Angle Relationships

Formulas

cos(θ) = adjacent / hypotenuse
tan(θ) = opposite / adjacent

Theorems

Trigonometric Ratios

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12