Question

a ladder leans against a awall.The top of the ladder is 8 feet above the ground. If the botttom of the ladder is then moved 2 feet farther from the wall, the ladder will lie on the ground with its toptouching the wall. How long is the ladder?

Answer 1

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Answer 2

let b be the base, h the height, and l the length.

b^2+8^2=L^2
and b+2=L so b=L-2
THEN
(L-2)^2+8^2=L^2
solve for L

Answer 3

ok my B
i was just sorta needy of an answer quickly bcuz i gotta turn this in tomorrow
thanks

Answer 4

Thanks man!!!