The length of the shadow of a tower is $9 \text{ m}$ when the sun's altitude is $30^{\circ}$. What is the height of the tower? (In $m$)

  • A
    $4.5 \sqrt{3}$
  • B
    $3 \sqrt{3}$
  • C
    $4.5$
  • D
    $9 \sqrt{3}$

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