From the observation deck of a skyscraper, Ian measures a 48° angle of depression to a ship in the harbor below. If the observation deck is 871 feet high, what is the horizontal distance from the base of the skyscraper out to the ship? Round your answer to the nearest hundredth of a foot if necessary.

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From the observation deck of a skyscraper, Ian measures a 48° angle of depression to
a ship in the harbor below. If the observation deck is 871 feet high, what is the
horizontal distance from the base of the skyscraper out to the ship? Round your
answer to the nearest hundredth of a foot if necessary.
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Transcribed Image Text:Zanyah Lane student - southgarnerhs Trig World Problems (Level 1) Dec 16, 11:37:42 AM Watch help video ? From the observation deck of a skyscraper, Ian measures a 48° angle of depression to a ship in the harbor below. If the observation deck is 871 feet high, what is the horizontal distance from the base of the skyscraper out to the ship? Round your answer to the nearest hundredth of a foot if necessary. Answer: feet Submit Answer FOO attempt 1 out of 2 Privacy Policy Terms of Service Copyright © 2022 DeltaMath.com. All Rights Reserved.
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