Solving for x using tangent?

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Solving for x using tangent?

tan30=x/100.

I got 57.7 (aprx) but my teacher's answer says 63.71.

Help!

2007-05-24 12:14:27 · 3 answers · asked by Taylor Noelle 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

3 answers

tan(30) = 0.577350269
0.577350269 x 100 = 57.7 (approximately)

I got the same answer as you. Try asking your teacher to explain to you how he got his answer, and then compare your methods.

2007-05-24 12:24:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

I get the same answer as you.
To get your teacher's answer, the angle is 32.5 degrees.

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2007-05-24 12:20:04 · answer #2 · answered by odu83 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

the answer is 57.735026918962576450914878050196. your teacher is WRONG! (no offense)

2007-05-24 12:28:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋