Michelle S.
asked • 05/15/19what is the kite's vertical distance from the ground?
Tony is flying a kite. He is looking up at the kite at an angle of elevation of 42 degrees. If Tony's hand that is holding the string is 5 feet above the ground, what is the kite's vertical distance from the ground?
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Natalie G. answered • 05/17/19
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Angle of elevation is a calculation = Θ = arc tangent (h/d)
Θ = angle of elevation (42)
arc tangent is on your calculator (hit shift/2nd/function and then TAN)
h = height of kit
D = distance (5)
Sam Z. answered • 05/17/19
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Need to know the length of the string.
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Paul M.
I believe we need more information..perhaps the length of string connected to the kite.05/15/19