Lia M.
asked 12/17/22A tree is 52 feet tall and casts a shadow that is 61 feet long. Find the angle of elevation of the sun?
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William W. answered 12/17/22
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Tangent is opposite/adjacent so:
tan(θ) = 52/61
meaning θ = tan-1(52/61)
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Lia M.
i really need help, plz somebody help as soon as possible12/17/22