Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
ChapterP: Preliminary Concepts
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Transcribed Image Text:**Triangle Geometry Problem**
**Problem Statement:**
Given a right triangle \( \triangle EGF \) with the following dimensions:
- \( EF = 12 \) inches (opposite side of the right angle at E)
- \( FG = 18.6 \) inches (hypotenuse)
- \( x \) denotes the length of the adjacent side \( EG \)
**Visual Representation:**
There is a right-angled triangle \( \triangle EGF \) where angle \( E \) is the right angle. The triangle is labeled with vertex \( E \) at the right angle, \( F \) at the other end of the base, and \( G \) at the top vertex. Each side has a given measurement:
- \( EF = 12 \) in. is attached vertically to the right angle.
- \( FG = 18.6 \) in. represents the hypotenuse.
- \( EG \) is labeled as \( x \).
**Question:**
Which is the best approximation for the measure of angle \( EGF \)?
**Answer Choices:**
- A) \( 32.8^\circ \)
- B) \( 40.2^\circ \)
- C) \( 49.8^\circ \)
- D) \( 57.2^\circ \)
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