Math Problem Statement
Solution
The image you uploaded contains a right triangle with angle measurements, side lengths, and a prompt asking to "Find h as indicated in the figure." From the diagram:
- One of the angles is (an acute angle), and the other acute angle is .
- The length of the side adjacent to the angle is labeled as 160 m.
- We are tasked with finding the length of the opposite side, labeled .
Solving for :
To find , we can use the trigonometric relationship involving the tangent function, which relates the opposite and adjacent sides of a right triangle:
For this case:
Now, solving for :
Let me calculate this.The height , as indicated in the figure, is approximately 213.1 meters.
Would you like a detailed explanation of how the trigonometric function was applied, or do you have any questions?
Here are five related questions to expand on this concept:
- How do you calculate the other side of the triangle using the Pythagorean theorem?
- How would the result change if the angle was larger, like 60° instead of 53.1°?
- How can we apply the sine or cosine functions to solve for other sides of the triangle?
- What is the relationship between the angles and the ratios of the sides in a right triangle?
- Can this approach be applied to non-right triangles? If so, how?
Tip: When using trigonometric functions, always make sure your calculator is set to the correct mode (degrees or radians) based on the problem!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Right Triangles
Formulas
tan(θ) = opposite/adjacent
Theorems
Trigonometric Ratios in Right Triangles
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11