To estimate the height of a mountain above a level plain, the angle of elevation to the top of the mountain is measured to be 32°. One thousand feet closer to the mountain along the plain, it is found that the angle of elevation is 35°. Estimate the height of the mountain.

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3. To estimate the height of a mountain above a level plain, the angle of elevation to the top of the
mountain is measured to be 32°. One thousand feet closer to the mountain along the plain, it is found that
the angle of elevation is 35°. Estimate the height of the mountain.
Transcribed Image Text:3. To estimate the height of a mountain above a level plain, the angle of elevation to the top of the mountain is measured to be 32°. One thousand feet closer to the mountain along the plain, it is found that the angle of elevation is 35°. Estimate the height of the mountain.
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