By the Pythagorean theorem
50^2 = x^2 +(x +34)^2
2500 = 2x^2 +68x + 1156
x^2 +34x -672 = 0
(x -14)(x +48) = 0
x = 14 or -48
The distance from the wall to the base of the ladder is 14 ft.
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7-24-25 is a Pythagorean triple. The dimensions here are double those values. It can be handy to know a few of the Pythagorean triples, as that can let you write down the answers to problems without having to go through the equations.
You need to know 20% of $5000. "Of" means "times".
$5000 x 0.20 (which is 20% written as a decimal)
=$1000 profit she wants to make
$5000 (original price) + $1000 (profit) = $6000 (sale price)
Answer:
Which item fits in the left side of the table?Criminal versus Civil Cases Criminal cases Civil cases ? . • Accuser is called the plaintiff • Lower burden of proof Defendant may be found liable • Usually heard by a judge only • Accused not guaranteed an attorney
A. No burden of proof
B. Accuser is called the defendant
C. Defendant may be found guilty
D. Usually heard by a jury only
Answer: 20 diagonales
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