How Do You Prove Two Triangles Are Similar?

[Marso]

Homework Statement

From P the angle of elevation to the top of Pole B is 30 degrees. Find h, the height of the two poles.

Relevant Equations

Unsure

I have tried multiple methods to solve this but have been unsuccessful at every attempt.

The apparent correct answer is:

 

[hutchphd]

Can you show that the two triangles are similar?

 

[Buzz Bloom]

As I understand the problem, the heights of the two poles are both h. x is an unknown that you need to solve for in terms of h. That should then be of some help to you.

 

[Marso]

Can you show that the two triangles are similar?

Yes

 

[Marso]

Can you show that the two triangles are similar?

Thanks I solved it. Heh it missed my eye.