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How far up the building does the top of the ladder reach?

How far up the building does the top of the ladder reach?-example-1
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Using Pythagoras theorem, calculate the height between the top of the vehicle and the top of the building.

To calculate the full height of the building, add by 11ft, which is the height of the vehicle.

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How far up the building does the top of the ladder reach?-example-1
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