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23 September, 00:21

A plane takes off at an elevation of 20 degrees. In its path is a tower that is 170 feet tall. How far away from the tower will the plane need to take off to ensure it doesn't crash into the tower

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  1. 23 September, 00:50
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    Tangent 20 degrees = 170 / Distance

    0.36397 = 170 / Distance

    Distance = 467.07 Feet
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