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Applied Trigonometry Problems

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In this applied trigonometry problems learning exercise, students solve 12 short answer word problems. Students use trigonometric ratios to find angles of elevation and depression. Students find distances between objects using trigonometric ratios and angles of elevation and depression.

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angle of depression, angle of elevation, cosine, trigonometric ratios, sine, tangent

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sine, angle of depression, angle of elevation, cosine, tangent, Trigonometry, math
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9th - 12th
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Math
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