Question

An observer (O) is located 900 feet from a building (B). The observer notices a helicopter (H) flying at a 49° angle of elevation from his line of sight. What equation and trigonometric function can be used to solve for the height ( h) of the helicopter? Pick another trigonometric function and describe why that function is not appropriate when trying to solve for ( h). You must show all work and calculations to receive full credit.

Answer 1

@ganeshie8

Answer 2

@whpalmer4

Answer 3

@hartnn

Answer 4

@iambatman