SOLUTION: A tree is supported by a wire anchored in the ground 5 ft from its base. The wire is 1ft longer than the height it reaches on the tree. What is the length of the wire? explain

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Question 798408: A tree is supported by a wire anchored in the ground 5 ft from its base. The wire is 1ft longer than the height it reaches on the tree. What is the length of the wire?

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Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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right triangle with base 5 ft wire w= h+1 and height =h
h^2+ 5^2=(h+1)^2
h=12
wire=w=h+1=13