CPM Homework Help : INT2 Problem 2-44

Examine the figure at right, which is not drawn to scale. Which is longer, $\overline{AB}$ or $\overline{BC}$ ? Explain your answer.

Hint:

Calculate the measure of each angle created at vertex $D$ .
Remember, in a given triangle, the longer side is opposite the larger angle.

Triangle, A C D, with segment from top vertex, D, to bottom side, A C, a point labeled, b, segment, D B, labeled 10 feet, angle a, labeled 11 degrees, angle, D B C, labeled right angle, angle c, labeled 68 degrees.