MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Mathematics · Applications of Trigonometry · Applications of Trigonometry
Problem
A vertical street-light is 6m high. At a certain time of day it casts a shadow 63m long on level ground.
(a) Part 1: Calculate the angle of elevation of the Sun at that moment, correct to the nearest degree if necessary.
(b) Part 2: Determine the angle between the Sun’s rays and the vertical pole at the same moment.