1. **Problem Statement:** We are given a triangle ABC with point D on segment BC such that AD bisects angle A, meaning \(\angle DAC = \angle BAD\). We know the lengths \(AC = 5.9\), \(CD = 2\), and \(DB = 2.8\). We need to find the length of \(AB\) rounded to one decimal place.
2. **Formula Used:** The Angle Bisector Theorem states that the angle bisector divides the opposite side into segments proportional to the adjacent sides. Mathematically,
$$\frac{AB}{AC} = \frac{DB}{DC}$$
3. **Apply the theorem:** Substitute the known values:
$$\frac{AB}{5.9} = \frac{2.8}{2}$$
4. **Solve for \(AB\):**
$$AB = 5.9 \times \frac{2.8}{2} = 5.9 \times 1.4 = 8.26$$
5. **Round the answer:**
\(AB \approx 8.3\) units.
**Final answer:** The length of \(\overline{AB}\) is approximately **8.3** units.
Angle Bisector Ec68Eb
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