Solve the problem.
-From a distance of 48 feet from the base of a building, the angle of elevation to the top of the building is 69°. Estimate the height of the building to the nearest foot.
A) 17 ft
B) 18 ft
C) 45 ft
D) 125 ft

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Using the tangent function, tan(69°) = height / 48. Solving for height gives height = 48 * tan(69°) ≈ 125 ft.

Solve the Problem. -From a Distance of 48 Feet from the Base of the Base