Question

A ladder is 17 feet tall. It is leaning against a wall and reaches 15.5 feet high. What is the approximate distance of its base from the wall? (Round your answer to the nearest hundredths.)

a) 7.25 feet

b) 4.23 feet

c) 8.75 feet

d) 6.98 feet

Answer 1

Answer:

d) 6.98 feet

Step-by-step explanation:

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