Question

If θ₁ and θ₂ are the angles of elevation from A to the top and bottom of a vertically held rod of length S at B, the horizontal distance AB is

• A. S/(tanθ₁ + tanθ₂)
• B. S/( tanθ₂ - tanθ₁)
• C. S/(tanθ₁ * tanθ₂)
• D. S/(tanθ₁ - tanθ₂)

Answer 1

Answer:

D. S/(tanθ₁ - tanθ₂)