There are many practical applications involving trigonometry and right triangles. For example, right triangle problems appear in aeronautics, landscaping, design, construction, and many other fields. In this topic, you will apply your knowledge of trigonometry to solve for missing sides or missing angles in a triangle. Throughout this process, you will step into the real world and apply your knowledge.

Essential Question

• How do you solve right triangle problems with practical application?

 

Warm-Up

Knowing the appropriate strategy to use when solving problems involving right triangles is a very important skill when facing practical applications. Take a look at the flow chart provided. You can use this as a guide when you are unsure of the best way to solve for the missing parts of a right triangle.

View a printable version of the flowchart.