in the diagram, the height of a flagpole |TF| and the length of its shadow...

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in the diagram, the height of a flagpole |TF| and the length of its shadow |FL| re in the ratio 6:8. Using k as a constant of proportionality, find the shortest distance between T and L

A. 7K units
B. 10K units
C. 12K units
D. 14k units

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

by Pythagoras x² = 6² + 8²

36 + 64 = 100

x = \(\sqrt{100}\)

x = 10

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