Math Problem Statement

If C = 67° and x = 27, find r. (Round your answer to the nearest whole number.)

Solution

The problem in the image involves a right triangle inscribed in a circle, with angle C=67C = 67^\circ, distance x=27x = 27, and the task is to find the radius rr of the circle, rounding the answer to the nearest whole number.

Approach:

  1. Right Triangle Geometry: The points CC, BB, and DD form a right triangle since the radius CDCD is perpendicular to the tangent line at point DD. The right angle at DD helps use trigonometric relationships.

  2. Trigonometric Relationships: We can apply trigonometry using the given angle at CC, x=27x = 27 as the hypotenuse (distance from CC to AA), and rr as one of the sides.

    • Use the cosine of the angle CC to relate rr and xx.

cos(C)=rx\cos(C) = \frac{r}{x}

r=xcos(C)r = x \cdot \cos(C)

  1. Substitute values:
    • C=67C = 67^\circ
    • x=27x = 27

Now I will calculate rr.The radius rr of the circle is approximately 1111 when rounded to the nearest whole number.

Would you like any more details, or do you have any questions? Here are five related questions you might consider:

  1. How does the sine or tangent of an angle relate to the sides of a triangle?
  2. How would you find the radius if a different angle at CC was given?
  3. What other trigonometric functions could be used in this problem?
  4. How does the Pythagorean theorem apply in a right triangle within a circle?
  5. What other geometric properties can be derived from a circle with an inscribed triangle?

Tip: Always double-check if a triangle is right-angled before using basic trigonometric identities, as this ensures correct application.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Right Triangle Geometry
Circle Geometry

Formulas

cos(C) = r / x
r = x * cos(C)

Theorems

Basic Trigonometric Identities

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11