In this right triangles worksheet, students use trigonometric ratios to determine the length of a side of a triangle or a missing angle measurement.  This two-page worksheet contains 20 problems.

In this trigonometric word problems learning exercise, 10th graders solve 16 different problems that include various trigonometric situations. First, they determine at what angle a ladder makes with the ground. Then, students determine...

Students use light and shadow information to make inferences regarding the three dimensional shapes of specific objects photographed on the surface of Mars. Limitations of the of the data provided are discussed and entries made into the...

In this trig applications learning exercise, students solve 6 word problems about trigonometry.  Students determine wind speed, angle of elevation and depression, and speed of airplanes using trigonometric functions.

Young scholars measure and analyze angles. In this trigonometry activity, students measure angles and distances use non-traditional techniques. They identify the different ratios of sine, cosine and tangent.

In this geometry activity, learners identify an angle as an angle of elevation or depression and solve problems in which they find the indicated distance. The one page activity contains eight multi-part problems. Answers are not included.

In this worksheet, 11th graders assess their knowledge of arcsin, tan, arccos and other trig functions identity. There are 17 questions on this test.

Ninth graders find the height of an object that would be difficult or impossible to measure directly. They construct and use a Clinometer to measure the angle of elevation (or depression). Students create a sketch of the measurement...

Young scholars evaluate the six trigonometric values of a trig function. In this trigonometry instructional activity, students use the Unit Circle to find the values of right triangles and their angles. They identify an angle...

In this geometry learning exercise, students solve word problems. They find the height and distance of triangular measurements. They identify missing angles using triangular properties. There are 10 questions.

High schoolers pretend they are hiking up a mountain. They practice making calculations on angles and elevation. They use topographic maps to estimate distances and trigonometric ratio methods.

Students explore Wisconsin's natural and cultural history through hands-on exploration of Upham Woods. They are shown the basic paddling skills and they work in teams to paddle across the river on barge. Students describe cultural...

In this college level Pre-Calculus worksheet, students assess their knowledge and understanding of inverse trigonometric functions.  The two page worksheet contains sixteen multiple choice and short answers questions.  Answers...

Learn what the terms angle of elevation and angle of depression mean. The words may be big but their meaning is pretty basic!

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find distance using right triangles and angles of elevation or depression.

Explains the terminology for angles of elevation, depression, inclination, and declination. Demonstrates how to 'translate' exercises into triangles and equations.

Explains what "tangent" is and its role in the right triangle. Slope of a line is investigated and tangent for special common angles is given. Angle of elevation and angle of depression are also covered here.

Solving real life problem using trig ratios. Example: Finding the angle of elevation or the angle of depression. Finding the angle between two lines. Finding equation of a line that passes through two points.

[Free Registration/Login Required] Students will determine the angle of depression using a diagram with a helicopter. Click learn more to watch a video and click challenge me to answer a practice question.

Learn how to "solve" a right triangle and apply the concept to real world situations using angles of elevation and depression.

An introduction to all six trigonometric function in the setting of right triangles. This tutorial begins with the six definitions and goes through applications involving angles of elevation and angles of depression. Includes several...

In this seventh and final unit of a course on Art Appreciation, students learn about photography and significant photographers. This is followed by a discussion of television and film. Students will learn terminology used, technical...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use trigonometry to solve word problems.