The angle of elevation of the top X of a vertical pole from a point...

WAEC 1996

The angle of elevation of the top X of a vertical pole from a point P on a level ground is 60^o. The distance from P to the foot of the pole is 55m. Without using tables, find the height of the pole.

A. 50/3m
B. 50m
C. 55√3m
D. 60m
E. 65m

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation

Tan60^o = ^h/₅₅
h = 55Tan60^o
h 55 x √3 ; h = 55√3m

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