JEE Mains · Maths · STD 11 - Trigonometrical equations
The angle of elevation of the top \(P\) of a tower from the feet of one person standing due South of the tower is \(45^{\circ}\) and from the feet of another person standing due west of the tower is \(30^{\circ}\). If the height of the tower is \(5\) meters, then the distance (in meters) between the two persons is equal to \(..........\).
- A \(10\)
- B \(5\)
- C \(5 \sqrt{5}\)
- D \(\frac{5}{2} \sqrt{5}\)
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) \(10\)
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Detailed explanation
Distance \(=10\) (By Pythagoras theorem)
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