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Use the sine ratio:

sine 30 degrees = opposite/hypotenuse

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opposite = 2*sine 30 degrees

Answer: 1 foot

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The short leg is 1 foot long.

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Q: The hypotenuse of a 30 - 60 - 90 triangle measures 2 feet How long is the short leg of this triangle?
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