nope,
Use Pythagoras ...
x^2 + 5^2 = 13^2
etc
8
A ladder that is 13 feet long leans against a building. The bottom of the ladder is 5 feet away from the base of the building. How far up the side of the building does the ladder reach?
18 ft
16 ft
12 ft
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8 ft*****
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X=16 PLZ HELP
nope.
it is a right triangle;
x^2+5^2=13^2
x^2=169-25
x^2=144
solve for x
it is a right triangle;
x^2+5^2=13^2
x^2=169-25
x^2=144
solve for x
No. I don't know how you got 16.
Please use the Pythagoras Equation that Reiny posted.
We've checked two of your guesses. Do not post this problem again.
Please use the Pythagoras Equation that Reiny posted.
We've checked two of your guesses. Do not post this problem again.
18 FOR SURE =RIGHT MRS.SUE
You have rudely ignored both Bobpursley's and Reiny's and my responses. You don't need to post here if you are going to ignore the tutors' advice. Be careful; you're on the verge of being banned.
I AM SO SORRY EVERY TIME I COME OUT WITH 8
You haven't solved this. Do you understand it?
x^2=144
solve for x
x^2=144
solve for x
O THATS 12 THANKS MS.SUE
thanks
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