A vertical 6-foot pole casts a shadow that is 10 feet long.How tall is a vertical pole that casts a shadow that is 12 feet long at the same time?
A) 20.00 feet
B) 20.84 feet
C) 7.20 feet
D) 7.38 feet

Question

A vertical 6-foot pole casts a shadow that is 10 feet long.How tall is a vertical pole that casts a shadow that is 12 feet long at the same time? ​
A) 20.00 feet
B) 20.84 feet
C) 7.20 feet
D) 7.38 feet

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The height of the pole and the length of the shadow are proportional. Using the ratio 6/10 = x/12, solve for x to find the height of the pole. x = (6/10) * 12 = 7.2 feet.

A Vertical 6-Foot Pole Casts a Shadow That Is 10