SOLUTION: Assume α is opposite side a, β is opposite side b, and γ is opposite side c. If possible, solve the triangle for the unknown side. Round to the nearest tenth. (If no

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Question 1129911: Assume α is opposite side a, β is opposite side b, and γ is opposite side c. If possible, solve the triangle for the unknown side. Round to the nearest tenth. (If not possible, enter IMPOSSIBLE.)
β = 56.8,
a = 10.2,
c = 15.3

b=?

thanks in advance

Answer by greenestamps(13215)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!


Two sides and the included angle, as is given in this case, always produces a single triangle. The length of the third side is given by the law of cosines.



You can do the calculations as easily as we can....

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