From the top of a 214-ft lighthouse, the angle of depression to a ship in the ocean is 29. How far is the ship from the base of the lighthouse? Round your answer to 2 decimal places as needed. feet

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From the top of a 214-ft lighthouse, the angle of depression to a ship in the ocean is 29°. How far is
the ship from the base of the lighthouse? Round your answer to 2 decimal places as needed.
feet
Transcribed Image Text:From the top of a 214-ft lighthouse, the angle of depression to a ship in the ocean is 29°. How far is the ship from the base of the lighthouse? Round your answer to 2 decimal places as needed. feet
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