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Mikael Rousson asked Jun 23, 2023

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How tall is the tree?

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Answer:

The tree is 20 ft tall.

Explanation:

The shadows have a ratio to the objects that cast them.

5 : 8.5 = x : 34

Cross multiplication :

5 · 34 = 8.5x

5 · 34 = 170

170 ÷ 8.5 = x

x = 20

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