An eagle spotted a mouse 20 feet below at an angle of 42 degrees with the horizon.If the eagle flies along its line of sight, how far will it have to fly to reach its prey?

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Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

Publisher:Lynn Marecek

Chapter2: Solving Linear Equations

Section2.3: Solve A Formula For A Specific Variable

Problem 2.75TI: John puts the base of a 13-foot ladder five feet from the wall of his house as shown in the figure....

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An eagle spotted a mouse 20 feet below at an angle of 42 degrees with the horizon. If the eagle flies along its line of sight, how far will it have to fly to reach its prey?