SOLUTION: How high on a wall does a 12-ft ladder reach when the ladder forms a 60° angle with the ground?

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Question 402768: How high on a wall does a 12-ft ladder reach when the ladder forms a 60° angle with the ground?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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h = 12*sin(60)
h =~ 10.39 ft