Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Right-angled triangles

Right-angled triangles — practice question

The diagram depicts a right-angled triangle. The vertical side measures $15\text{ cm}$, the hypotenuse is labelled $x\text{ cm}$, and the angle at the base is $37^{\circ}$. The diagram carries the note NOT TO SCALE.
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Calculate the value of $x$ by using trigonometry.

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