When the angle of elevation of the sun is $30^{\circ}$,the length of the shadow of a tower is $90\, m$. Find the height of the tower. (in $m$)

  • A
    $74.8$
  • B
    $55.5$
  • C
    $46.9$
  • D
    $51.9$

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