Math Problem Statement
In ΔHIJ, i = 7.3 inches, h = 6.4 inches and ∠H=57°. Find all possible values of ∠I, to the nearest 10th of a degree.
Solution
We are given a triangle with the following information:
- Side inches (opposite angle ),
- Side inches (opposite angle ),
- Angle .
To find the possible values of , we will apply the Law of Sines:
Step 1: Use the Law of Sines to solve for
First, calculate .
Now, substitute this value into the equation:
Simplify the right-hand side:
Now solve for :
Step 2: Find
Using the inverse sine function:
Step 3: Check for another possible value of
Since the sine of an angle has two possible values (in the range to ), we check for the supplementary angle:
Step 4: Validate the second angle
To see if is valid, recall that the sum of the angles in a triangle must be 180°. If and , the remaining angle would be:
This is a valid angle for a triangle, so both and are possible values for .
Conclusion:
The possible values of are:
Would you like more details on any of these steps?
Here are five related questions:
- How do you apply the Law of Cosines in triangle problems?
- How does the Law of Sines handle ambiguous cases (SSA triangles)?
- What is the range of the inverse sine function, and why is it important?
- How can you check if a triangle is obtuse, acute, or right-angled based on its angles?
- How do you use trigonometric identities to solve triangle problems?
Tip: When using the Law of Sines, always check for the second possible angle due to the ambiguity (SSA case).
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Law of Sines
Triangle Properties
Formulas
Law of Sines: (i / sin I) = (h / sin H)
Sum of Angles in a Triangle: ∠H + ∠I + ∠J = 180°
Theorems
Law of Sines
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12