
In the triangle shown, what is the value of ?
Explanation
Context: Right triangle with 30° angle at bottom-right, right angle at bottom-left, base = 66. Find (vertical side).
Answer: B:
Why: 30-60-90 triangle with side ratios . Base 66 is opposite 60°, is opposite 30°. , so .
Traps: A () divides by instead of . C () multiplies instead of divides. D () doubles the base.