Math Problem Statement
A 115-ft tower is located on the side of a mountain that is inclined 32° to the horizontal. A guy wire is to be attached to the top of the tower and anchored at a point 55 ft downhill from the base of the tower. Find the shortest length of wire needed. (Round your answer to the nearest foot.)
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Law of Cosines
Geometry
Formulas
c^2 = a^2 + b^2 - 2ab * cos(C)
Theorems
Law of Cosines
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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