UCSS Math III 3.2.1 Example 3

For , find the measure of angle if , meters, and meters.

  1. Substitute the known values into the Law of Sines.
  2. Determine which two fractions are necessary for solving the equation and then solve.
  3. Use your calculator to find .
  4. Determine whether the ambiguous case is possible to determine if there is a second valid answer.
  5. Determine the second valid measure of angle .
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