What is the angle of elevation between two buildings with different heights?

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The discussion revolves around calculating the angle of elevation between two buildings of different heights, specifically one building at 16 meters and another at 9 meters, which are 8 meters apart. Additionally, there is a quadratic equation related to the height of an object over time that is also being discussed.

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  • Participants are attempting to solve for the angle of elevation using trigonometric principles and are encouraged to show their work. There are questions about the understanding of the quadratic equation and its variables, with suggestions to refer to textbook examples.

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Some participants have offered guidance on using the quadratic formula and trigonometric functions, while others are questioning the original poster's understanding and prompting them to clarify their approach. There is no explicit consensus on the methods being discussed.

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Participants are reminded to show their work, indicating a focus on the learning process rather than simply obtaining answers. There is an emphasis on understanding the relationship between the variables in the quadratic equation.

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1.Can anyone help please solve this. h=-6t2(squared)+180t at what time does the object reach 1325 m

2. there are 2 buldings 8m aparts, one is 16 m tall and the other one is 9m tall. find the angle of evelation of each side
 
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You need to show your work. What are you having problem with? These seem like straightforward questions.
 
xxl69 said:
1.Can anyone help please solve this. h=-6t2(squared)+180t at what time does the object reach 1325 m

Doesn't your textbook provide an example of a similar or related problem? You have two variables in your equation. If you know one of them, how can you determine the other?
 
The first part is simple maths.Use your quadratic formula knowledge to the maximum.
The next part is simple trigonometry.Use tan theta to feel comfortable. ;p
Show some work.A man without his own work, even though he may be genius, is a superstar without films at hand.
 

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