1. The lengths of the sides of a triangle are 74 feet, 38 feet, and 88 feet. What is the length of the altitude drawn to the longest side?
2. The distance between Miami and Orlando is about 220 miles. A pilot flying from Miami to Orlando starts the flight 10° off course to avoid a storm.
a. After flying in this direction for 100 miles, how far is the plane from Orlando?
b. If the pilot adjusts his course after 100 miles, how much farther is the flight than a direct route?