ISEE Word Problems Question 215: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 215
3. Triangle ABC is shown. The length of 
is 3 inches. The measure of angle ACB is 35°.
Which expression gives the value of 
?
- A. 3 tan 35°
- B. 3 cos 35°
- C.
- D.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
The answer is A
Use SohCahToa. As is OPPOSITE the given angle, and BC is ADJACENT TO the given angle, use tangent: tan 35° = 
. Multiply both sides by 3: 3 tan 35° = .