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Answer: BSet 1: Trigonometry (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 8/17 and the hypotenuse is 17. Find the opposite side.
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 8/17 and the hypotenuse is 17. Find the opposite side.
A.
9
B.✓ Correct
8
C.
7
D.
6
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. opposite = sin(A) times hypotenuse = 8/17 times 17 = 8
Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.