SOLUTION: How do I set up and solve: A ladder rests against ahouse at 15ft, the length of the ladder is 5 feet more than the distance from the house. What is the length of the ladder?

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Question 396478: How do I set up and solve: A ladder rests against ahouse at 15ft, the length of the ladder is 5 feet more than the distance from the house. What is the length of the ladder?
Answer by rfer(16322) About Me  (Show Source):
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15^2+5^2=c^2
225+25=250
sqrt 250=15.8 ft