If someone could please help!!! I need someone to explain how to find the answer!

A 15-ft ladder leans against a wall. The bottom of the ladder is 4 ft from the wall. The bottom is pulled out 3 ft farther. How much does the top end move down the wall?

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If someone could please help!!! I need someone to explain how to find the answer!

A 15-ft ladder leans against a wall. The bottom of the ladder is 4 ft from the wall. The bottom is pulled out 3 ft farther. How much does the top end move down the wall?

nubeer · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

the ladder will always make 90 degree so apply pythgoras therom for both cases

nubeer · Answer

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3 feet more away then before makes 7 feet.. just apply pythagoerous