Cross multiply and solve for x.
3/5 = x/45
George has been hired to paint the smith's house. He needs to be sure his ladder will reach the highest part of the house, so he decides to use the shadow method. The measuring stick is 3 ft., and shadow is 5 feet. The shadow of the house is 45 feet. The shadow of the house is 45 feet. The triangles formed are similar. How many feet high is the house?
2 answers
27
0 answers