Solve the Right Triangle

question 239

Multiple Choice

Solve the right triangle. If two sides are given, give angles in degrees and minutes.
-A tunnel is to be dug from point A to point B. Both A and B are visible from point C. If AC is 250 miles and BC is 519 miles, and if angle C is 90°, find the measure of angle B. Round your answer to
The tenths place.

• A) 18.7°
• B) 25.7°
• C) 31.4°
• D) 34.1°

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