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

Answer:

19.71 m

Step-by-step 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