Problem involving Angle of Depression

Problem involving Angle of Depression

Secondary 3

A radio controlled plane, \(P\), flies above a building, \(BN\). \(AN=100\) m and \(AB=120\) m.
The angle of depression of \(A\) from \(P\) is \(56{}^\circ\).
Find the height, \(PB\), of the plane above the top of the building.
Express your answer correct to \(3\) significant figures.

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Answer:\(PB=81.9\text{ m}\) (3 s.f.)

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