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A tree casts a shadow 50 yards long when the angle of the sun (measured from the
horizon) is 30 degree. How tall is the tree in feet?
(A) 150p3 (B) 50p3 (C) 150 (D) 75p3 (E) None of the above.
14 years ago

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Henry
50yds = 150 ft.

150tan30 = 150*sqrt3/3 = 50sqrt3 = 50p3
14 years ago
Dahlia
150
13 years ago

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