Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
Applied Statics and Strength of Materials (6th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133840544
Author: George F. Limbrunner, Craig D'Allaird, Leonard Spiegel
Publisher: PEARSON
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A surveyor measures a zenith angle of 70° 03’20” to the top of a flagpole and a horizontal distance to the flagpole of 93 7 ft as shown. The height of the transit is 6.00 ft. Calculate the height of the flagpole.

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