Math Problem Statement

What is the measure of side b in the given triangle with hypotenuse c = 10?

Solution

To determine the measure of side bb, we need to analyze the triangle. The given triangle has:

  • Hypotenuse c=10c = 10.
  • Angle at AA is labeled, suggesting we might use trigonometric relationships.

If the triangle is a 30°-60°-90° triangle, standard ratios of the sides apply:

  1. The side opposite 30° is half the hypotenuse (b=c2b = \frac{c}{2}).
  2. The side opposite 60° is 32c\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}c.

Alternatively, for general triangles, trigonometric functions like sine or cosine can help:

  • cosθ=adjacenthypotenuse\cos \theta = \frac{\text{adjacent}}{\text{hypotenuse}} or
  • sinθ=oppositehypotenuse\sin \theta = \frac{\text{opposite}}{\text{hypotenuse}}.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Special Triangles (30°-60°-90°)
Pythagorean Theorem

Formulas

In a 30°-60°-90° triangle: side opposite 30° = (1/2) * hypotenuse, side opposite 60° = (√3/2) * hypotenuse
Pythagorean Theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

30°-60°-90° Triangle Ratio
Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10