Question
Mathematics Question on Heights and Distances
A man standing on the bank of a river observes that the angle subtended by a tree standing on the opposite bank is 60° on his side of Bank. When he moved away 24 m from the bank, he finds the angle to be 30°. Find the breadth of the river:
A
12
B
18
C
26
D
20
Answer
12
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): 12