Math Problem Statement

Determine the unknown side a or CB, in the figure below. Round to nearest tenth in cm.

Solution

The given triangle has two angles, ∠A = 42° and ∠B = 75°, and side AB=22cmAB = 22 \, \text{cm}. We are tasked with finding the unknown side CBCB, which is opposite the given angle AA.

We can solve this problem using the Law of Sines, which states:

asin(A)=bsin(B)=csin(C)\frac{a}{\sin(A)} = \frac{b}{\sin(B)} = \frac{c}{\sin(C)}

Step 1: Determine ∠C

The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180°. Therefore, we can calculate ∠C as:

C=180AB=1804275=63\angle C = 180^\circ - \angle A - \angle B = 180^\circ - 42^\circ - 75^\circ = 63^\circ

Step 2: Use the Law of Sines

Now, using the Law of Sines:

CBsin(A)=ABsin(C)\frac{CB}{\sin(A)} = \frac{AB}{\sin(C)}

Plugging in the known values:

CBsin(42)=22sin(63)\frac{CB}{\sin(42^\circ)} = \frac{22}{\sin(63^\circ)}

Step 3: Solve for CBCB

Let me compute the result for you.The length of side CBCB is approximately 16.5cm16.5 \, \text{cm}, rounded to the nearest tenth.

Would you like further details or have any additional questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might explore:

  1. How can you use the Law of Cosines to solve for a side in a triangle?
  2. What other methods can you use to solve triangles when given different combinations of sides and angles?
  3. How would the Law of Sines apply if you knew two sides and an angle opposite one of them?
  4. Can the Law of Sines be used in non-right triangles, and if so, how?
  5. What are the possible limitations of using the Law of Sines in certain triangle configurations?

Tip: Always make sure to calculate the sum of angles in a triangle to ensure your angle values are accurate!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Law of Sines
Triangle Angle Sum

Formulas

Law of Sines: (a/sin(A)) = (b/sin(B)) = (c/sin(C))
Sum of angles in a triangle: A + B + C = 180°

Theorems

Law of Sines

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12