SOLUTION: 7. The shadow of a flagpole measures 15 feet. At the same day, the shadow of a 2-foot stake measures � foot. How tall is the flagpole?

Question 473660: 7. The shadow of a flagpole measures 15 feet. At the same day, the shadow of a 2-foot stake measures � foot. How tall is the flagpole?
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The shadow of a flagpole measures 15 feet. At the same day, the shadow of a 2-foot stake measures � foot. How tall is the flagpole?
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Use proportion:
object/shadow = object/shadow
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f/15' = 2'/(3/4)'
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(3/4)f = 30
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flagpole = 40'
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Stan H.
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