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  • 01-06-2021
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A cable 27 feet long runs from the top of a utility pole to a point on the ground 16 feet from the base of the pole. How tall is the utility pole?

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  • 01-06-2021

Answer:

15^2+x^2=22^2

225+x^2=484

x^2=259

x=16.09 feet

Step-by-step explanation: 15^2+x^2=22^2

225+x^2=484

x^2=259

x=16.09 feet

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