If the shadow of a pole 7m high is 1/2 its length what is the angle of elevation of the sun, correct to the nearest degree?
A
90o
B
63o
C
60o
D
26o
E
0o
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
tan θ - 7/3.5 = 2
tan θ= 2.0000
θ = 63o
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