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Answer:
7.5 m
Explanation:
The cosine relation applies.
Cos = Adjacent/Hypotenuse
cos(60°) = (distance to wall)/(15 m)
distance to wall = (15 m)cos(60°) = (15 m)(1/2) = 7.5 m
The foot of the ladder is 7.5 m from the wall.
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