Solve the problem.
-The angle of elevation from a point on the ground to the top of a tower is 39° 16´. The angle of elevation from a point 114 feet farther back from the tower is 24° 38´. Find the height of the tower.
Round to the nearest foot.
A)130 ft
B)115 ft
C)119 ft
D)1190 ft

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Using trigonometry, the height of the tower can be calculated using the tangent of the angles of elevation and the distances involved. Solving the equations gives the height as approximately 119 feet.

Solve the Problem. -The Angle of Elevation from a Point on the Ground