JAMB Mathematics 2004 Question 34

Question 34

Trigonometry

The shadow of a pole 5√3m high is 5m. Find the angle of elevation of the sun.

  1. A.30°
  2. B.45°
  3. C.60°
  4. D.75°
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Answer: C (60°)

Explanation

tan θ = height/shadow = 5√3/5 = √3, so θ = 60°.