Respuesta :

Answer:

2.3 =x

Step-by-step explanation:

We know the opposite and adjacent sides.

Since this is a right triangle, we can use trig functions

tan 38 = opp/ adj

tan 38 = x/3

3 tan 38 = x

2.34385688= x

To the nearest tenth

2.3 =x

Space

Answer:

x ≈ 3.9

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

  1. Brackets
  2. Parenthesis
  3. Exponents
  4. Multiplication
  5. Division
  6. Addition
  7. Subtraction
  • Left to Right  

Equality Properties

  • Multiplication Property of Equality
  • Division Property of Equality
  • Addition Property of Equality
  • Subtraction Property of Equality

Trigonometry

  • [Right Triangles Only] SOHCAHTOA  
  • [Right Triangles Only] tanθ = opposite over adjacent

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Define

Identify variables

Angle θ = 38°

Opposite Leg = x

Adjacent Leg = 5

Step 2: Solve for x

  1. Substitute in variables [tangent]:                                                                     tan38° = x/5
  2. [Multiplication Property of Equality] Multiply 5 on both sides:                      5tan38° = x
  3. Rewrite:                                                                                                              x = 5tan38°
  4. Evaluate:                                                                                                           x = 3.90643
  5. Round:                                                                                                               x ≈ 3.9
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