SOLUTION: A tree is supported by a wire anchored in the ground 15 feet from its base. The wire is 4 feet longer than the height that it reaches on the tree. Find the length of the wire.
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Question 289009: A tree is supported by a wire anchored in the ground 15 feet from its base. The wire is 4 feet longer than the height that it reaches on the tree. Find the length of the wire.
Answer by scott8148(6628) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
by Pythagoras ___ 15^2 + (x-4)^2 = x^2
225 + x^2 - 8x + 16 = x^2
241 = 8x
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