Single Slit Problems: 750nm Light & 2.0um Width

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Homework Statement


At what angle will 750nm light produce a second minimum if the single-slit width is 2.0um

Homework Equations


Sin(theta)=n(lambda)/w

The Attempt at a Solution


This is what I got so far
(theta)=sin-1(3x10^-6/2x10^-6)

I don't understand why I keep getting error on my calculator, what am I doing wrong here please help
 
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Quantum Fizzics said:

Homework Statement


At what angle will 750nm light produce a second minimum if the single-slit width is 2.0um

Homework Equations


Sin(theta)=n(lambda)/w

The Attempt at a Solution


This is what I got so far
(theta)=sin-1(3x10^-6/2x10^-6)
the answer btw is 49degrees