Hey everyone! I've been struggling with 30-60-90 triangle problems in math class lately. Can someone share some tips on how to solve these problems more efficiently? Thank you!
Hi there! Don't worry, I got you covered. Solving 30-60-90 triangle problems can be made easier if you remember some key ratios. The sides of a 30-60-90 triangle have a specific relationship:
1. The side opposite to the 30° angle (let's call it 'a') is the shortest one.
2. The side opposite to the 60° angle (let's call it 'b') is equal to 'a × √3'.
3. The side opposite to the 90° angle (let's call it 'c', which is the hypotenuse) is equal to 'a × 2'.
So, the ratio of sides can be summarized as: a : a√3 : 2a.
When you're given the length of any side in a 30-60-90 triangle problem, use these ratios to quickly find the lengths of the other sides. Practice different problems and soon you'll get the hang of it! Good luck!
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