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Answer: DSet 1: Trigonometry (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 3/5 and the hypotenuse is 5. Find the opposite side.
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 3/5 and the hypotenuse is 5. Find the opposite side.
A.
1
B.
4
C.
5
D.✓ Correct
3
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. opposite = sin(A) times hypotenuse = 3/5 times 5 = 3
Why others are wrong:
A: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.