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In a triangle, prove R = a/(2sinA). If a = 8, A = 30°, find R.

Answer: 8.

  • A 4
  • B 8
  • C 6
  • D 12

Correct answer: B. 8

Explanation: Sine rule states a/sinA=b/sinB=c/sinC=2R (R=circumradius). Substituting a=8, A=30°: 2R=8/sin30°=8/(1/2)=16, so R=8. The circumscribed circle of this triangle has radius 8.

xy0 deg30 deg45 deg (1/sqrt2, 1/sqrt2)60 deg90 degcos45sin45

Unit circle with standard angles 0, 30, 45, 60, 90 degrees; at 45 degrees the point is (cos45, sin45) = (1/sqrt2, 1/sqrt2).

Concept context

Ratios, identities, and applications in triangles

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