An observer $1.5\, m$ tall is $28.5\, m$ away from a tower. The angle of elevation of the top of the tower from his eyes is $45^\circ$. Then the height of the tower is ............ $m$.

  • A
    $20$
  • B
    $30$
  • C
    $15$
  • D
    $25$

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