Problem 1089

 

A ladder is leaning up against a 10-foot wall at an angle of elevation of 65°. How far is the foot of the ladder from the wall? Round your answer to the nearest tenth of a foot.

 

Solution:-

 

Use the trigonometric ratios and SOH-CAH-TOA to solve for the missing side length.

4.7 feet.

 

 

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