Learn how to find the area of an oblique triangle

What is the purpose of creating a perpendicular line in a triangle?

• To determine the area of the triangle

• To find the midpoint of the base

• To create a right triangle

• To bisect the angle

How does forming a right triangle help in solving for the height?

• It makes the triangle equilateral

• It allows the use of the Pythagorean theorem

• It enables the use of trigonometric relationships

• It simplifies the base of the triangle

Which trigonometric function is used to find the height in this lesson?

• Tangent

• Sine

• Cosine

• Secant

What is the formula used to calculate the height of the triangle?

• H = 17 times the cosine of 53 degrees

• H = 17 times the tangent of 53 degrees

• H = 17 times the sine of 53 degrees

• H = 17 times the secant of 53 degrees

Why is understanding this method important for the rest of the class?

• It is used to calculate the area of all shapes

• It is the only method to solve triangles

• It is a shortcut for all mathematical problems

• It is a fundamental concept for future lessons