Question

A tree casts a shadow that is 26 m long. at the same time, the shadow cast by a 47-cm statue is 62 cm long. Find the height of the tree. Round results​

Answer 1

19.71 m

Explanation:

we have to set up a equation

If you draw a picture to set up the similar parts, it will help you to make a proportion for the equation easier.

using right angle triangle theory

bases = represent the shadows

heights = heights of the tree and the statue

height of tree/height of statue = shadow length of tree /shadow length of statue

Height of tree= shadow length of tree x height of statue /shadow length of statue

Height of tree= 26 x 47/ 71 = 19.71 m