MCQ
Mark against the correct answer in the following: A tree $6m$ tall casts a $4m$ long shadow. At the same time a flag pole casts a $50m$ long shadow. How long is the flag pole?
  • A
    $50m$
  • $75m$
  • C
    $33\frac{1}{3}\text{m}$
  • D
    none of these.

Answer

Correct option: B.
$75m$

4m long shadow is of a tree of height $= 6m$
$1m$ long shadow of flagpole will of height $=\frac{6}{4}\text{m}$
$50m$ long shadow, the height of pole $6$ will be $=\frac{6}{4}\times50=75\text{m}$

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