Q.

The angle of elevation of the summit of a mountain from a point on the ground is 45°.  After climbing up one km towards the summit at an inclination of 30° from the ground, the angle of elevation of the summit is found to be 60°. Then the height (in km) of the summit from the ground is:

see full answer

High-Paying Jobs That Even AI Can’t Replace — Through JEE/NEET

🎯 Hear from the experts why preparing for JEE/NEET today sets you up for future-proof, high-income careers tomorrow.
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

13−1

b

13+1

c

3−13+1

d

3+13−1

answer is A.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Detailed Solution

In ΔBCDCDS in B=BCSinD∣ ⇒1Sin15°=BCSin150°⇒BC=23-1 In ΔABC,Sin45°=ABBC⇒AB=23-1·12=13-1
Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity
score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon
The angle of elevation of the summit of a mountain from a point on the ground is 45°.  After climbing up one km towards the summit at an inclination of 30° from the ground, the angle of elevation of the summit is found to be 60°. Then the height (in km) of the summit from the ground is: