SOLUTION: A ranger in fire tower A spots a fire at a direction of 32�. A ranger in fire tower B, which is 22 miles directly east of tower A, spots the same fire at a direction of 58�. How

Question 286563: A ranger in fire tower A spots a fire at a direction of 32�. A ranger in fire tower B, which is 22 miles directly east of tower A, spots the same fire at a direction of 58�. How far from tower B is the fire?
I need to solve this problem and draw a picture to go with it. I'm clueless.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thank you.
Cynthia
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Using east as 90 degs, this doesn't work.
What's the reference for the angles of 32 and 58 degrees?

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