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- 8. Vectors(0)
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- 10. Parametric Equations(0)
- 11. Graphing Complex Numbers(0)
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Complementary and Supplementary Angles
1. Measuring Angles
Complementary and Supplementary Angles: Study with Video Lessons, Practice Problems & Examples
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57PRACTICE PROBLEM
One afternoon, a lamp post 14 m tall casts a shadow that measures 25 m. At around the same time, a neighboring utility pole casts a shadow that is 41 m long. Determine the height of the utility pole to the nearest meter.
One afternoon, a lamp post 14 m tall casts a shadow that measures 25 m. At around the same time, a neighboring utility pole casts a shadow that is 41 m long. Determine the height of the utility pole to the nearest meter.