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A flagpole stands 30 feet above the ground.the base of the flagpole 10 feet into the ground. what is the distance between the highest and lowest points of the flagpole

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30ft above ground, 10ft underground.

Highest point is 30ft above ground, and lowest point is -10ft (below ground, assuming the ground itself is "zero" ft

Total distance is X-Xo --> (30) – (-10) = 40ft
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