Solve for the sum of 3 cable forces on one anchor point

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The discussion centers around solving the equation sin(θ) = x and specifically calculating the angle θ1. There is a disagreement on the correct value of θ1, with one participant asserting it should be 115.74°, while another claims to have calculated it as 64.27°. Requests for clarification on the calculation process are made, but one participant admits they cannot explain the math. An attachment is suggested to help identify the error in the calculations.
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Homework Statement
I solved this problem using two methods and my answer for the angle (Fr) is different for each solution. I am trying to figure out what I am doing wrong but I am stuck.

I know solution 2 is correct but why am I getting the incorrect angle when I use the sine law in sol1.

Please see attached for my work; any feedback will be greatly appreciated.
Relevant Equations
A/sina = B/sinb = C/sinc
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What solutions are there to ##\sin(\theta)=x##?
 
Your calculation of ##\theta_1## is not correct; its value should be 115.74°.
 
Lnewqban said:
Your calculation of ##theta_1## is not correct; its value should be 115.74°.
See post #2.
 
Lnewqban said:
Your calculation of ##\theta_1## is not correct; its value should be 115.74°.
Could you kindly explain how? When I plug the values in my calculator I get 64.27.
 
aatari said:
Could you kindly explain how? When I plug the values in my calculator I get 64.27.
See post #2.
 
aatari said:
Could you kindly explain how? When I plug the values in my calculator I get 64.27.
I am unable to explain how mathematically.
Please, see attachment, which may help you find the error.
 

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