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A vertical pole more than 100 ft high consists of two portions the lower being `1//3` of the whole. If the upper portion subtends an angle `tan^(-1)(1/2)` at a point distant 40 ft. From the foot of the pole. The hight of the pole is

A

105

B

120

C

135

D

150

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