CCSS IP Math II 5.9.2 Example 1

Determine the correct reciprocal trigonometric function to solve for [math]x[/math] in the triangle below. Write the value of [math]x[/math] to the nearest thousandth.

[list=1] [*]Identify the given information. [*]Set up the correct reciprocal function. [*]Use the calculator to determine the value of [math]x[/math]. [*]Check your solution by using the reciprocal function to the function you chose earlier. [/list]