engineering mathematics MCQ #278

The angle of depression from the top of a 100 m high cliff to a boat is 30°. How far is the boat from the cliff?

engineering mathematics MCQ #278

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The angle of depression from the top of a 100 m high cliff to a boat is 30°. How far is the boat from the cliff?

    • A) 100√3 m
    • B) 173.2 m
    • C) 200 m
    • D) 50√3 m

    Answer: 100√3 m

    Explanation: Using trigonometric ratios, tan(30°) = 100 / distance. So, distance = 100√3 m.