IP1U13 SWII (Pythagoras) Q2
IP1U13 SWII (Pythagoras) Q2
IP 1
The distance from a point on the ground to the base of a tree is \(18\) metres.
The distance from the same point on the ground to the top of the tree is \(20\) metres.
Calculate the height of the tree.
Give the answer correct to \(1\) decimal place.
As shown, the tree is vertical and the ground is horizontal.
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Answer:\(8.7\text{ m}\)
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