Question

solve for x. round to the nearest tenth, if necessary.
answer attempt 2 out of 2
x =

Explanation:

Step1: Use the tangent function

In a right - triangle, \(\tan\theta=\frac{\text{opposite}}{\text{adjacent}}\). Here, \(\theta = 50^{\circ}\), the opposite side to \(\theta\) is \(x\) and the adjacent side is \(1\). So, \(\tan(50^{\circ})=\frac{x}{1}\).

Step2: Calculate the value of \(x\)

We know that \(\tan(50^{\circ})\approx1.191753592\). Since \(x = \tan(50^{\circ})\times1\), then \(x\approx1.2\).

Answer:

\(1.2\)