Trigonometry Problem: Tree Height and Matthew’s Line of Sight
Trigonometry Problem: Tree Height and Matthew’s Line of Sight
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The height of a tree is known to be \(47\) m and Matthew is \(1.8\) m tall. From where he stands, the angle of elevation of the tree is \(58{}^\circ \). Find the distance between Matthew and the foot of the tree.
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Answer:\(28.2\text{ m}\)
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