Identify whether the following illustration shows angle of elevation or angle of depression. * 1. http://mathbits.com Angle of Elevation Angle of Depression
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The angle of elevation is the angle formed between a horizontal line and the line of sight when looking upwards. It is typically used when an observer is looking at an object above their eye level. Show more…
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