A new homeowner has a triangular-shaped back yard. Two of the three sides measure 53 ft and 41 ft and form an included angle of 139°. To determine the amount of fertilizer and grass seed to be purchased, the owner must know, or at least approximate, the area of the yard. Find the area of the yard to the nearest square foot.

A new homeowner has a triangular-shaped back yard. Two of the three sides measure 53 ft and 41 ft and form an included angle of 139°. To determine the amount of fertilizer and grass seed to be purchased, the owner must know, or at least approximate, the area of the yard. Find the area of the yard to the nearest square foot.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

7th Edition

ISBN:9781337614085

Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Publisher:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.

Chapter5: Similar Triangles

Section5.5: Special Right Triangles

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