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Real-World Pythagoras: Fire Truck Ladder Scenario

Real-World Pythagoras: Fire Truck Ladder Scenario

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A \(44\)-metres long fire-fighting ladder is leaned against a building, as shown in the diagram. The base of the ladder is \(7\) metres from the building and \(3\) metres above the ground. How high on the building will the ladder reach?

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Answer:\(46.4\text{ m}\)

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