The shadow of a tree measures 25 feet from its base. The angle of elevation to the Sun is 31º How tall is the tree? Round your a
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Answer: 15 feet
Step-by-step explanation:
Hi, since the situation forms a right triangle (see attachment) we have to apply the next trigonometric function.
Tan α = opposite side / adjacent side
Where α is the angle of elevation to the sun, , the opposite side (x) is the height of the tree, and the adjacent side is the length of the shadow.
Replacing with the values given:
Tan 31 = x /25
Tan 31 (25) =x
x = 15 feet
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