SOLUTION: A tree 24 feet tall casts a shadow 12 feet long. Brad is 6 feet tall. How long is Brad's shadow?

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Question 1122354: A tree 24 feet tall casts a shadow 12 feet long. Brad is 6 feet tall. How long is Brad's shadow?
Answer by Boreal(15235) About Me  (Show Source):
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The shadow is half as long as the tree is tall.
Brad's shadow is half as long as he is tall.
3 feet.