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Design a method to calculate the height of a building?this is an engineering design question...
URGENT! ...i need inputs !
URGENT! ...i need inputs !
Topher925 said:I like the throwing a pencil off the roof method.
To calculate the height of a building, you will need to use the formula: height = distance x tan(angle), where the distance is the distance between the observer and the base of the building, and the angle is the angle of elevation from the observer to the top of the building.
You will need a measuring tape, a protractor, and a calculator to calculate the height of a building using the formula mentioned above. Additionally, you may need a level and a ruler to ensure accurate measurements.
Yes, you can calculate the height of a building without being physically present by using a satellite image or a map with a scale. You can measure the distance between the base and the top of the building on the image or map and then use the formula mentioned in question 1 to calculate the height.
Yes, the angle of elevation is necessary to calculate the height of a building using the given formula. If the angle is not known, you can use a clinometer to measure it.
Yes, the formula for calculating the height of a building can be used for any building as long as the distance and the angle of elevation are measured accurately. However, this formula may not be applicable for buildings with complicated structures or irregular shapes.