Broken tree

The tree is broken at 4 meters above the ground and the top of the tree touches the ground at a distance of 5 from the trunk. Calculate the original height of the tree.

Correct answer:

x =  10.4031 m

Step-by-step explanation:

$x=4+\sqrt{4^2+5^2}=10.4031\text{ m}$

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