Ch. 2 - Acute Angles and Right Triangles

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Ch. 2 - Acute Angles and Right Triangles

Problema 2.R.29

Capitolo 3, Problema 2.R.29

Use a calculator to approximate the value of each expression. Give answers to six decimal places. tan 11.7689°

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Recognize that the problem asks for the value of \(\tan 11.7689^\circ\), which means we need to find the tangent of the angle 11.7689 degrees.

Ensure your calculator is set to degree mode since the angle is given in degrees, not radians.

Input the angle 11.7689 into the calculator and then use the tangent function to find \(\tan(11.7689^\circ)\).

Calculate the value and then round or truncate the result to six decimal places as requested.

Write down the final answer with six decimal places, ensuring accuracy and proper formatting.

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Understanding the Tangent Function

The tangent function relates an angle in a right triangle to the ratio of the opposite side over the adjacent side. It is defined for all angles except where cosine is zero, and its values can be positive or negative depending on the angle's quadrant.

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Introduction to Tangent Graph

Degree Measure and Angle Conversion

Angles can be measured in degrees or radians. In this problem, the angle is given in degrees, so it is important to ensure the calculator is set to degree mode to get the correct tangent value.

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Reference Angles on the Unit Circle

Using a Calculator for Trigonometric Approximations

Calculators can compute trigonometric functions to high precision. To approximate tan(11.7689°), input the angle in degree mode and round the result to six decimal places as required for accuracy.

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How to Use a Calculator for Trig Functions

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