Math Problem Statement

Using the sine rule, write down the number that goes in the box to complete the equation.

Solution

To solve this problem using the sine rule:

The sine rule states: asin(A)=bsin(B)=csin(C)\frac{a}{\sin(A)} = \frac{b}{\sin(B)} = \frac{c}{\sin(C)}

From the given diagram:

  • 7sin(44)=xsin(53)\frac{7}{\sin(44^\circ)} = \frac{x}{\sin(53^\circ)}
  • Rearrange for xx: x=7sin(53)sin(44)x = \frac{7 \cdot \sin(53^\circ)}{\sin(44^\circ)}

Now, calculate the values:

  1. sin(53)0.7986\sin(53^\circ) \approx 0.7986
  2. sin(44)0.6947\sin(44^\circ) \approx 0.6947

Substitute into the formula: x=70.79860.69475.59020.69478.05x = \frac{7 \cdot 0.7986}{0.6947} \approx \frac{5.5902}{0.6947} \approx 8.05

The number that goes in the box is approximately 8.05.


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Related Questions:

  1. What is the sine rule, and how does it work for non-right triangles?
  2. Why is the sine rule particularly useful for this triangle?
  3. How do we handle rounding when using trigonometric values?
  4. What is the importance of labeling angles and sides correctly in trigonometry problems?
  5. How would this method differ if we had only one angle and two sides?

Tip:

Always double-check your angle-sum relationships in triangles to ensure consistent results!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sine Rule
Triangle Properties

Formulas

a/sin(A) = b/sin(B) = c/sin(C)

Theorems

Sine Rule

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12