In Each Problem Angle C Is A Right Angle Find The Side Indicated To The Nea

Answer Choices:

A)14.4

B)11.7

C)13

D)14.7

Solution

Use definition of Tangent…..tan x = opposite/adjacent.

So tan(42)=a/b.

So solving for a = b*tan42 = 16*tan(42) = 14.4