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I have quick math homework I don't need an explanation, just answers as fast as you can.

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One of the similar triangles property is: corresponding sides has the same ratio, then:


(10)/(85)=(6)/(x)

Now solve for x:


\begin{gathered} x=(6\cdot85)/(10) \\ x=(510)/(10) \\ x=51 \end{gathered}

Answer: the flagpole is 51 ft tall.

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