
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author: Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
Publisher: Cengage,
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A man casts a 3 foot long shadow. If the sun's rays strike the ground at 65°, what is the height of the man (to the nearest tenth)? Hint DRAW A PICTURE. Do NOT enter units (ft)
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