engineering mathematics MCQ #173

From a point on the ground, the angles of elevation of the bottom and top of a transmission tower fixed at the top of a 20 m high building are 45° and 60° respectively. Find the height of the tower.

engineering mathematics MCQ #173

  1. Question 1

    Q1. From a point on the ground, the angles of elevation of the bottom and top of a transmission tower fixed at the top of a 20 m high building are 45° and 60° respectively. Find the height of the tower.

    • A) 14.64 m
    • B) 20 m
    • C) 34.64 m
    • D) 54.64 m

    Answer: 14.64 m

    Explanation: Using tan 45° and tan 60°, we form equations to find the height of the tower.