Abstract:Large cacti called saguaros (pronounced so-WAH-ros) have astounding growth rates and long life spans. Kelly took a picture of Zandra standing next to a saguaro. They then wondered about the height and the age of the cactus in the photograph. Use the following information to help them satisfy their curiosity.
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