If j is 21 inches, k is 12 inches, and ∠M measures 62°, then find m using the Law of Cosines. Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

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Answer:

[tex]m=18.7\ in[/tex]

Step-by-step explanation:

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Applying the law of cosines

[tex]m^2=j^2+k^2-2(j)(k)cos(M)[/tex]

substitute the given values

[tex]m^2=21^2+12^2-2(21)(12)cos(62^o)[/tex]

[tex]m^2=348.39\\m=18.7\ in[/tex]

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Answer:

m=18.7 in

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