Algebra 1

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0133500403
ISBN 13: 978-0-13350-040-0

Chapter 10 - Radical Expressions and Equations - 10-6 Trigonometric Ratios - Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises - Page 637: 30

Answer

x = 21.1

Work Step by Step

Use the Tangent rule for the right triangle: $\frac{opposite}{adjacent}$ tan(36) = $\frac{x}{29}$ Solve for x by multiplying both sides by 29: x = 29*tan(36) Use a calculator: = 21.1
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