MHB What are the values of x and y when theta is 15 degrees?

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To find the values of x and y when theta is 15 degrees, the equations tan(15°) = x/200 and cos(15°) = 200/y are established. Solving for x gives x = 200 * tan(15°). For y, rearranging the equation results in y = 200/cos(15°). These calculations provide the necessary values for x and y based on the given angle.
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Let theta be 15 degrees.

Here is my set up.

To find x, use tan (15°) = x/200.

To find y, use cos (15°) = 200/y.
 
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