Math Problem Statement

Solve the given right triangles using trigonometric functions.

Solution

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5) This appears to be a right triangle with an angle of 23° and a side labeled as "x." To solve for "x," we can use trigonometric functions. Specifically, we'd likely use the sine, cosine, or tangent functions depending on the given side lengths.

6) In this right triangle, the angle is 46°, and one side is 7 units long. You need to find "x," which is the other side. Here, we can also use trigonometric ratios.

7) This triangle has a right angle, one of the angles is 72°, and a side of 20 units is given. We need to find the side labeled "x." Again, trigonometric functions should be applied here.

8) The right triangle in this case has a 54° angle and a hypotenuse of 12 units. To find "x," we need to apply trigonometric functions again.

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Tip: When working with right triangles, remember the three main trigonometric functions:

  • Sine (sin) = Opposite / Hypotenuse
  • Cosine (cos) = Adjacent / Hypotenuse
  • Tangent (tan) = Opposite / Adjacent

If you'd like to go through more problems like these, here are some related questions:

  1. How do you determine which trigonometric function to use?
  2. What is the law of sines, and how does it apply to non-right triangles?
  3. Can the Pythagorean theorem be used to solve any of these triangles?
  4. What happens if an angle other than a right angle is given?
  5. How can you solve a triangle when two sides and one angle are given?

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Right Triangles
Trigonometric Ratios

Formulas

Sine: sin(θ) = Opposite / Hypotenuse
Cosine: cos(θ) = Adjacent / Hypotenuse
Tangent: tan(θ) = Opposite / Adjacent

Theorems

Basic Trigonometric Ratios

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12