Solve the Problem $12 \mathrm { ft }$ Find the Length of the Ladder If the Length

question 303

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A ladder is resting against a wall. The top of the ladder touches the wall at a height of $12 \mathrm { ft }$ . Find the length of the ladder if the length is $4 \mathrm { ft }$ more than its distance from the wall.

• A) \(20 \mathrm { ft }\)
• B) \(16 \mathrm { ft }\)
• C) \(12 \mathrm { ft }\)
• D) \(24 \mathrm { ft }\)

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