Mathematics, 18.10.2020 03:01 trinity7265

Joseph's math teacher challenges him to estimate the height of a pine tree next to the school. Joseph walks 9.9 meters from the base of the trunk, lies on his belly, and
measures a 45° angle of elevation to the top of the tree.
1. Do you think Joseph has enough information to estimate of the height of the tree?

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