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Answer: BSet 5: Trigonometry (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 6/10 and the hypotenuse is 10. Find the opposite side.
In a right triangle, sin(A) = 6/10 and the hypotenuse is 10. Find the opposite side.
A.
4
B.✓ Correct
6
C.
8
D.
5
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. opposite = sin(A) times hypotenuse = 6/10 times 10 = 6
Why others are wrong:
A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.