Right Triangle Trig Word Problems

Question 1

How tall is the building? First calculate x, then find the total building height.

Accepted Answer

70.8

Question 2

Find height of rocket. First find x, then find total height.

Accepted Answer

95.4

Question 3

A 20 foot ladder is placed against a wall at an angle of 50 degrees with the ground. Find x.

Accepted Answer

12.9

Question 4

A tower 18 meters high casts a shadow 9.5 meters long, what is the angle of elevation to sun?

Accepted Answer

62.2

Question 5

11.5 foot water slide makes a 40 degree angle with the surface of the water. How long is it?

Accepted Answer

17.9

Question 6

Find the angle of elevation.

Accepted Answer

10.2

Question 7

A plane flying at 31,000 feet begins its decent 660,000 feet from the airport. Find x.

Accepted Answer

2.7

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