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A fence is 4 feet tall. The fence has a shadow that is 5 feet long. Paul is 6 feet tall, and he is standing next to the fence. Use this information to complete the statement about Paul’s shadow.
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A fence is 4 feet tall.

The fence has a shadow that is 5 feet long.

Paul is 6 feet tall, and he is standing next to the fence.

Use this information to complete the statement about Paul’s shadow.

User Dayquan
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Answer:

7.5 feet

Explanation:

A fence is 4 feet tall. The fence has a shadow that is 5 feet long. Paul is 6 feet-example-1
User Camiblanch
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Answer:

7.5 feet

4/5=6/x

cross multiply

4x=30

x=7.5

Explanation:

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