You are climbing a mountain by the steepest route at a slope of 30° when you come upon a trail branching off at a 40° angle from yours. What is the angle of ascent of the branch trail? (in degrees) angle =

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You are climbing a mountain by the steepest route at a slope of 30° when you come upon a trail branching off at a
40° angle from yours. What is the angle of ascent of the branch trail?
angle =
(in degrees)
Transcribed Image Text:You are climbing a mountain by the steepest route at a slope of 30° when you come upon a trail branching off at a 40° angle from yours. What is the angle of ascent of the branch trail? angle = (in degrees)
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