Math Problem Statement

Solve it using the Sine Law for triangles (vectors)

Solution

To solve the given triangle problem using the Sine Law, let's analyze the image.

Problem Analysis:

You have a triangle ABC\triangle ABC with the following information provided:

  • B=30\angle B = 30^\circ
  • Side AB=8AB = 8 units
  • Side AC=10AC = 10 units

You need to determine the value of A\angle A using the Sine Law.

Sine Law Formula:

The Sine Law states:

asinA=bsinB=csinC\frac{a}{\sin A} = \frac{b}{\sin B} = \frac{c}{\sin C}

Where:

  • aa, bb, and cc are the sides of the triangle.
  • AA, BB, and CC are the angles opposite to sides aa, bb, and cc, respectively.

For this triangle:

  • a=10a = 10 (opposite B\angle B)
  • b=8b = 8 (opposite A\angle A)
  • B=30\angle B = 30^\circ

Step-by-Step Solution:

Using the Sine Law, we have:

10sin30=8sinA\frac{10}{\sin 30^\circ} = \frac{8}{\sin A}

Substituting sin30=0.5\sin 30^\circ = 0.5:

100.5=8sinA\frac{10}{0.5} = \frac{8}{\sin A}

This simplifies to:

20=8sinA20 = \frac{8}{\sin A}

Now, solving for sinA\sin A:

sinA=820=0.4\sin A = \frac{8}{20} = 0.4

Finally, A\angle A can be determined using the inverse sine function:

A=sin1(0.4)A = \sin^{-1}(0.4)

Let's compute the exact value.

Calculation:

I will now calculate the angle.The value of A\angle A is approximately 23.5823.58^\circ.

Would you like more details on the solution or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions that could extend this topic:

  1. How can you apply the Cosine Law to check the accuracy of the result?
  2. How do you determine the remaining angle C\angle C in this triangle?
  3. What is the importance of using the Sine Law in non-right triangles?
  4. How does the Sine Law relate to vector quantities in physics?
  5. What are the conditions under which the Sine Law cannot be applied?

Tip: Always double-check your calculations by using alternative methods (like the Cosine Law) when possible, especially in trigonometry problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sine Law
Angle calculation

Formulas

Sine Law: a/sin(A) = b/sin(B) = c/sin(C)

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

High School