3. The top of a cliff is 23 feet above sea level, and there is a boat in the water below. The angle of depression from the top of the cliff to the boat is 38°. Determine the boat's distance from the base of the cliff.

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3. The top of a cliff is 23 feet above sea
level, and there is a boat in the water below.
The angle of depression from the top of the
cliff to the boat is 38°. Determine the boat's
distance from the base of the cliff.
Transcribed Image Text:3. The top of a cliff is 23 feet above sea level, and there is a boat in the water below. The angle of depression from the top of the cliff to the boat is 38°. Determine the boat's distance from the base of the cliff.
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