SOLUTION: Suppose that a street light is 20 feet above the ground. How far from the street light is a 5 foot girl standing if she casts a 4 foot shadow?

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Question 282987: Suppose that a street light is 20 feet above the ground. How far from the street light is a 5 foot girl standing if she casts a 4 foot shadow?
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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20 / 5 = (x + 4) / 4

80 = 5x + 20

x = 12