Using trigonometry to prove <c=50 degree

In summary, trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with triangles and their relationships. 50 degrees is a significant angle in trigonometry due to its common occurrence and easy calculation. Trigonometry can be used to prove an angle of 50 degrees by using the sine, cosine, and tangent functions. Real-world applications of this include calculating distances and heights. While there are no specific formulas for proving a 50-degree angle, the Pythagorean theorem and trigonometric ratios of certain triangles can be used.
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$\triangle ABC,\angle B=30^o$ and
$\overline{BC}^2-\overline{AB}^2=\overline{AB}\times \overline{AC}$
using trigonometry to prove $\angle C=50^o$
 
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Albert said:
$\triangle ABC,\angle B=30^o$ and
$\overline{BC}^2-\overline{AB}^2=\overline{AB}\times \overline{AC}$
using trigonometry to prove $\angle C=50^o$

we have $\angle B=30^\circ$ hence $\angle A + \angle C=150\circ$ so we caan choose
$\angle A=(75^\circ+\theta)$ and $\angle C=(75^\circ-\theta)$
from the given equation using lay of sines we get
$\sin ^2\angle A - \ sin ^2 \angle C = \sin \angle C \sin\angle B$
or $( \sin \angle A + \sin \angle C)(sin \angle A - \sin \angle C) = \frac{1}{2}\sin \angle C$
or $(\sin ((75^\circ+ \theta) + \sin ((75^\circ - \theta)) (\sin ((75^\circ+ \theta) - \sin ((75^\circ - \theta)) = \frac{1}{2}\sin \angle C$
or $(2 \sin\, 75^\circ \cos \theta)(2 \cos 75^\circ\sin \theta) = \frac{1}{2}\sin \angle C$
or $sin \, 150^\circ \sin 2\theta = \frac{1}{2}\sin \angle C$
or $\frac{1}{2} \sin 2\theta = \frac{1}{2}\sin \angle C$
so $2 \theta = C$ or $2\theta = 180^\circ - C$
from $2\theta = 75 - \theta$ we get $\theta = 25^\circ$ or $C= 50^\circ$
from $2\theta = 180 - (75 - \theta) $ we get $\theta = 105^\circ$ out side limit as it has to be less than $75^\circ$
so
$C= 50^\circ$
proved
 

What is trigonometry?

Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the study of triangles and the relationships between their sides and angles.

What is the significance of 50 degrees in trigonometry?

50 degrees is a common angle used in trigonometry because it is a commonly occurring angle in real-world applications and is also a special angle that can be easily calculated using trigonometric functions.

How can trigonometry be used to prove an angle of 50 degrees?

In trigonometry, the sine, cosine, and tangent functions can be used to calculate the lengths of the sides of a triangle and the measure of its angles. By setting up a triangle with known values and using the trigonometric functions, the angle of 50 degrees can be proven.

What are some real-world applications of using trigonometry to prove an angle of 50 degrees?

Trigonometry is used in various fields such as engineering, physics, and navigation to calculate distances, heights, and angles. In real-world scenarios, proving an angle of 50 degrees can be useful in determining the height of a building or the distance between two objects.

Are there any formulas or theorems specifically for proving a 50-degree angle using trigonometry?

No, there are no specific formulas or theorems for proving a 50-degree angle using trigonometry. However, the Pythagorean theorem and the trigonometric ratios of 45-45-90 and 30-60-90 triangles can be used to calculate the angle of 50 degrees.

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