Question

A flagpole makes a 15-foot long shadow. The angle of elevation with the end of the shadow and the ground

makes a 65° angle. What is the height of the flagpole?

Answer 1

12.5988 feet.

Explanation:

Length of shadow = 15 feet.

Height of flagpole = A.

We know the angle of elevation is 40∘. Using this angle and the tangent ratio, we can find A.

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