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?
Correct Answer: 150 m
Explanation:
∵ 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
