Question

CAN SOMEONE PLEASE HELP ME WITH THIS QUESTION

Answer 1

Answer & Step-by-step explanation:

In order to solve for x, we can use the Pythagorean Theorem.

$a^2+b^2=c^2$

Instead of using the original formula, we will rearrange the formula so we can find the missing side, b, which will represent x.

$b^2=c^2-a^2$

Now, lets plug in our numbers.

$b^2=120^2-76^2\\b^2=14400-5776\\b^2=8624\\\sqrt{b^2} =\sqrt{8624}\\ b=92.87$

So, x equals 92.87

Now, lets find y. Since we did the Pythagorean Theorem, this shows that the triangle is a right triangle. So, that means we already know the measurements of two angles which will help us find y.

180 - (35 + 90)

180 - 125

55

So, y equals 55