Two persons A and B observe the top of a...

Two persons A and B observe the top of a pole at an angle of elevation `alpha` and `beta` respectively. If `alpha gt beta`, then ........

A is nearer to the pole than B.

B is nearer to the pole than A.

A, B are at the same distance from the pole

Can't compare their distances.

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