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A tree that is 24 foot tall casts a shadow that is 12 feet long. Brad is 6 feet tall. How long is Brad’s shadow?

A tree that is 24 foot tall casts a shadow that is 12 feet long. Brad is 6 feet tall. How long is Brad’s shadow?
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A tree that is 24 foot tall casts a shadow that is 12 feet long. Brad is 6 feet tall. How long is Brad’s shadow?

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You have to use the ratio of the two similar sides
The tree/ Ronnie = The tree's shadow/ Ronnie's shadow
24/6 = 12/x
Cross multiply
24x = 72
Divide both sides by 24
x = 3
Therefore Ronnie's shadow will be 3 feet long.
Hope this helps.
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User Dick Chesterwood
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Brad's shadow is 3ft

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