Math Problem Statement

In ΔXYZ, ∠Y=90° and ∠X=14°. ∠ZWY=50° and XW=40. Find the length of ZY to the nearest integer.

Solution

To solve this problem, let's break it down carefully using the given information:

  1. ΔXYZ is a right triangle with ∠Y = 90° and ∠X = 14°.
  2. There is an additional angle ∠ZWY = 50°, and we are given that XW=40XW = 40 units.
  3. We need to find the length of side ZYZY to the nearest integer.

Step-by-Step Breakdown:

1. Find ∠Z:

Since the sum of angles in any triangle equals 180°, we can find ∠Z in triangle XYZ: Z=180°XY∠Z = 180° - ∠X - ∠Y Z=180°14°90°=76°∠Z = 180° - 14° - 90° = 76°

2. Apply the Law of Sines:

Using the Law of Sines in triangle XYZ: ZYsin(X)=XZsin(Y)=XYsin(Z)\frac{ZY}{\sin(X)} = \frac{XZ}{\sin(Y)} = \frac{XY}{\sin(Z)} Since ∠Y = 90°, we can simplify this. But first, we need to apply trigonometric rules to use the correct formula.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Triangles
Angle Sum Property
Law of Sines

Formulas

Angle sum property of a triangle: ∠Z = 180° - ∠X - ∠Y
Law of Sines: ZY / sin(∠X) = XZ / sin(∠Y) = XY / sin(∠Z)

Theorems

Angle sum theorem
Law of Sines

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12