The angle of elevation of the sun, when the length of the shadow of a tree √3 times the height of the tree, is:

Aptitude Height and Distance Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    30°
  • B
    45°
  • C
    60°
  • D
    75°

Answer

Correct Answer: 30°

Explanation

Given

  • Shadow length = √3 × height of the tree.

Sun's elevation θtan θ = (height)/(shadow) = 1/√3θ = 30°

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