Mathematics
If the length of the shadow of a tower is times that of its height, then the angle of elevation of the sun is
15°
30°
45°
60°
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Answer
Let the angle of elevation be θ and height of tower be h meters.
So, shadow of tower = h meters
Considering right angled △ABC we get,
Hence, Option 2 is the correct option.
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