12. The Statue of Liberty is 150 feet tall and stands on a 150 foot pedestal. How far from the base should you stand to have the statue subtend the largest possible angle at your camera lens, assuming the camera is held 5 feet off the ground and the ground is flat? 150 150

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12. The Statue of Liberty is 150 feet tall and stands on a 150 foot pedestal. How far from the base
should you stand to have the statue subtend the largest possible angle at your camera lens,
assuming the camera is held 5 feet off the ground and the ground is flat?
150
150
Transcribed Image Text:12. The Statue of Liberty is 150 feet tall and stands on a 150 foot pedestal. How far from the base should you stand to have the statue subtend the largest possible angle at your camera lens, assuming the camera is held 5 feet off the ground and the ground is flat? 150 150
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