SOLUTION: Can someone help me with this problem? A tree casts a shadow that measures 5 m. At the same time, a meter stick casts a shadow that is 0.4 m long. How tall is the tree?

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Question 41482: Can someone help me with this problem?
A tree casts a shadow that measures 5 m. At the same time, a meter stick casts a shadow that is 0.4 m long. How tall is the tree?
Thanks,
Lyn
Answer by checkley71(8403) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
.4/5=1/X OR .4X=5 OR X=5/.4 OR X=12.5 METERS FOR THE TREE HEIGHT