SOLUTION: The sides of a triangle measure 18 inches, 25 inches, and 36 inches. To the nearest degree, what is the measure of the largest angle?
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Question 980572: The sides of a triangle measure 18 inches, 25 inches, and 36 inches. To the nearest degree, what is the measure of the largest angle? Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! The sides of a triangle measure 18 inches, 25 inches, and 36 inches. To the nearest degree, what is the measure of the largest angle?
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The largest angle is opposite the longest side.
Use the Cosine Law:
36^2 = 18^2 + 25^2 - 2*18*25*cos(angle)
