Solve the Problem $15 \mathrm { ft }$ B) $\sqrt { 353 } \mathrm { ft }$

question 159

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A ladder that is 17 feet long is 8 feet from the base of a wall. How far up the wall does the ladder reach?

• A) \(15 \mathrm { ft }\)
• B) \(\sqrt { 353 } \mathrm { ft }\)
• C) \(3 \mathrm { ft }\)
• D) \(225 \mathrm { ft }\)

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