A vertical pole that is 1 yard long casts a shadow that is 2 feet 6 inches long. At 
the same time, Heather’s shadow is 3 feet 9 inches long. How tall is Heather?   Explain how you found your answer

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A vertical pole that is 1 yard long casts a shadow that is 2 feet 6 inches long. At 
the same time, Heather’s shadow is 3 feet 9 inches long. How tall is Heather?

 

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