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A bird is flying at a hei feet and spots an 8-ft ledge on which to perch. If the top of the ledge is at a 22° angle of depression from the bird, how far must the bird fly before it can land? (Careful!) 22 14 ft 8 ft

A bird is flying at a hei feet and spots an 8-ft ledge on which to perch. If the top of the ledge is at a 22° angle of depression from the bird, how far must the bird fly before it can land? (Careful!) 22 14 ft 8 ft

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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ISBN:9781337614085
Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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Tip: it would help to draw your own triangle. A bird is flying at a height of 14 ft feet and spots an 8-ft ledge on which to perch. If the top of the ledge is at a 22° angle of depression from the bird, how far must the bird fly before it can land? (Careful!) 22° 14 ft 8 ft O 2.25 ft O 6.47 ft O 14.85 ft O 16.02 ft
Transcribed Image Text:Tip: it would help to draw your own triangle. A bird is flying at a height of 14 ft feet and spots an 8-ft ledge on which to perch. If the top of the ledge is at a 22° angle of depression from the bird, how far must the bird fly before it can land? (Careful!) 22° 14 ft 8 ft O 2.25 ft O 6.47 ft O 14.85 ft O 16.02 ft
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