In ΔUVW measure of angle V is 90°. If tanU = 125 and UV = 10 cm, then what is the length (in cm.) of side VW?

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B

Solution:

$$\begin{array}{rl}& \tan U=\frac{VW}{UV}\\ & \frac{12}{5}=\frac{VW}{10}\\ & VW=\frac{12}{5}\times 10=24\text{ cm}\end{array}$$