general math MCQ #661

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

general math MCQ #661

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The angle of elevation of the sun, when the length of the shadow of a tree is √3 times the height of the tree, is :________?

    • A) 30°
    • B) 45°
    • C) 60°
    • D) 90°

    Answer: 30°

    Explanation: tan(θ) = height/shadow = h/(√3·h) = 1/√3, so θ = 30°. Show the calculation clearly when solving similar quantitative items.