Amere L.
asked 10/10/16How to solve a triangle completely
You have to solve for each side and angle in a right triangle and use trigonometric functions as well
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Michael J. answered 10/10/16
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In a right triangle:
Vertical leg = (Hypotenuse)sinθ
Horizontal leg = (Hypotenuse)cosθ
Hypotenuse = √((Vertical leg)2) + (Horizontal leg)2)
where θ is with respect to the horizontal leg.

Mark M.
Perhaps designating the legs as "long" and "short" would be more accurate.
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Mark M.
10/10/16