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72 In the applet above right triangle ABC is drawn with a 72° angle. For right triangles with an angle of 72, the ratio of the side opposite the 72° angle compared to the hypotenuse is 19/20. If the hypotenuse, AC, has a length of 100, what is the length of the side opposite the 72 angle, BC?

72 In the applet above right triangle ABC is drawn with a 72° angle. For right triangles with an angle of 72, the ratio of the side opposite the 72° angle compared to the hypotenuse is 19/20. If the hypotenuse, AC, has a length of 100, what is the length of the side opposite the 72 angle, BC?

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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?action=onresume&submissionld%3336146567 A 72 In the applet above right triangle ABC is drawn with a 72° angle. For right triangles with an angle of 72°, the ratio of the side opposite the 72° angle compared to the hypotenuse is 19/20. If the hypotenuse, AC, has a length of 100, what is the length of the side opposite the 72 angle, BC?
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