Question

An observer (O) is located 400 feet from a building (B). The observer notices a kite (K) flying at a 29° angle of elevation from his line of sight. How high is the kite flying over the building? You must show all work and calculations to receive full credit. (10 points)
A right triangle is shown with one leg measuring 400 and another leg measuring h with an angle across from it measuring 29 degree

Answer 1

Answer:

Solution given:

angle of elevation [A]=29°

height [p]=?

base[b]=400ft

since

relationship between base and height is given by Tan angle

we have

Tan 29°=opposite/adjacent

Tan29°=perpendicular [P]/base[b]=P/400

P=Tan29*400

P=221.72ft

the height of the kite flying over the building is 221.72ft