A tree is 12 m tall and casts an an 8 m long shadow. At the same time, a flag pole caste a 100 m long shadow. How long is the flag pole ? Options
A) 150 m
B) 200 m
C) 125 m
D) 115 m
E) None
150 mnswer   ∵ 8 m shadow means original height = 12 m   ∴ 1 m shadow means original height = 12/8 m   ∴ 100 m shadow means original height = (12/8) x 100 m   = (6/4) x 100 = 6 x 25 = 150 m   Correct Option: 150 m
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A tree is 12 m tall and casts an an 8 m long shadow. At the same time, a flag pole caste a 100 m long shadow. How long is the flag pole ?