Problem

In $\triangle \mathrm{MNO}, m=89$ inches, $n=30$ inches and $o=71$ inches. Find the measure of $\angle \mathrm{M}$ to the nearest degree.

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Solving for M: \(\boxed{118}\) degrees

Steps

Step 1 :Using the Law of Cosines: \(89^2 = 30^2 + 71^2 - 2(30)(71)\cos(M)\)

Step 2 :Solving for M: \(\boxed{118}\) degrees

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