Ladder

Ladder 8 m long is leaning against the wall. Its foot is 1 m away from the wall. At which height does the ladder touch the wall?

Correct answer:

d =  7.9 m

Step-by-step explanation:

x=8 m y=1 m d=x2y2=8212=3 7=7.9 m



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