Math Struggles: My Little Bro's Story

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This discussion focuses on a trigonometry problem involving the law of sines and cosine. The specific equations provided are \(\frac{AB}{\sin48}=\frac{BC}{\sin40}=\frac{23}{\sin40}\) and \(AD=AB\cos40\). The user seeks assistance in solving these equations, indicating a need for clarity in applying trigonometric principles. The conversation is situated within a dedicated trigonometry subforum, highlighting its relevance to the topic.

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hi guys my little bro came to me with this as he's doing a maths course like me but he wanted me to help but could with some but not this bit hahah

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Re: spot the issue

I have moved this thread here to our Trigonometry subforum, as it is a better fit for the questions.
 
Re: spot the issue

For (i), the law of sines says that
\[
\frac{AB}{\sin48}=\frac{BC}{\sin40}=\frac{23}{\sin40}
\]
For (ii), $AD=AB\cos40$.
 

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