SOLUTION: A ladder 25 ft. long (AD) is leaning against a wall, reaching a point 20 ft. above the ground (CD). The ladder is then moved so that AB= 2(DE). Find BC.
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Question 128847: A ladder 25 ft. long (AD) is leaning against a wall, reaching a point 20 ft. above the ground (CD). The ladder is then moved so that AB= 2(DE). Find BC.
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