Two People Decide to Estimate the Height of a Flag

question 41

Multiple Choice

Two people decide to estimate the height of a flag pole. One person positions himself due north of the pole and the other person stands due east of the pole. If the two people are the same distance from the pole and 27 feet from each other, find the height of the pole if the angle of elevation from the ground at each person's position to the top of the pole is 54° (see the figure) . Round to the nearest feet. ​ ​

• A)26 ft
• B)27 ft
• C)24 ft
• D)21 ft
• E)29 ft

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Definitions:

Lateral Funiculus

A bundle of nerve fibers along the lateral side of the spinal cord, important in sensory and motor function.

Central Canal

A fluid-filled channel in the center of the spinal cord and the brain's ventricular system, carrying cerebrospinal fluid.

Anterior Horn

The front section of the spinal cord's grey matter, containing cell bodies of motor neurons.

Arbor Vitae

A term meaning "tree of life," referring to the cerebellar white matter's branched, tree-like appearance in the human brain, critical for coordinating movement.