Math Problem Statement

Find h as indicated in the figure of a right triangle with angles 29.5° and 49.2°, and a base of 392 ft.

Solution

The problem asks to find the height hh of a right triangle based on the given angles and the length of the base. Let's break down the information in the image:

  • Angle near the base: 29.529.5^\circ
  • Angle at the top: 49.249.2^\circ
  • Base (adjacent to both angles): 392 ft
  • The triangle is a right triangle.

Since we know the base and the angles, we can use trigonometric ratios to find the height hh.

The relation between the height hh (opposite to the 49.249.2^\circ angle) and the base is given by the tangent function:

tan(49.2)=h392\tan(49.2^\circ) = \frac{h}{392}

Solving for hh:

h=392×tan(49.2)h = 392 \times \tan(49.2^\circ)

Let me calculate the value.The height hh is approximately 454.14 feet.

Would you like further details or explanations on this solution? Here are five related questions you could explore:

  1. How would you solve for the height using the angle 29.529.5^\circ instead of 49.249.2^\circ?
  2. What if the base was 500 feet instead of 392 feet—how would that affect the height?
  3. How can the Pythagorean theorem be applied to this triangle?
  4. How do sine and cosine functions relate to this triangle?
  5. What other methods can be used to solve for the height in different types of triangles?

Tip: Remember that trigonometric functions are very useful for solving problems involving right triangles when angles and sides are known.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Right Triangles

Formulas

tan(θ) = opposite / adjacent
h = 392 × tan(49.2°)

Theorems

Trigonometric Ratios in Right Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12