Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Non-right-angled triangles

Non-right-angled triangles — practice question

The diagram represents a field, $ABCD$. In it, $AD = 180\,\text{m}$ and $AC = 240\,\text{m}$. In addition, angle $ABC = 50^{\circ}$ and angle $ACB = 85^{\circ}$.
(a)[3]

Calculate $AB$ by using the sine rule.

(b)[3]

Show that angle $CAD = 33.75^{\circ}$, correct to 2 decimal places.

(c)[5]

Calculate the length of $BD$.

(d(i))[1]

Determine the bearing of $B$ from $A$.

(d(ii))[2]

Determine the reverse bearing, that is, the bearing of $A$ from $B$.

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This 14-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: The required expression is $\frac{240\sin85}{\sin50}$.

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