Solve the problem.A radio transmission tower is 140 feet tall. How long should a guy wire be if it is to be attached 6 feet from the top and is to make an angle of 20° with the ground? Give your answer to the nearest tenth of a foot.

A. 149.0 ft
B. 142.6 ft
C. 391.8 ft
D. 409.3 ft


Answer: C

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