Mike needs to position a 16-foot ladder so it reaches a window that is 12 feet above the ground. How far from the building should he place the base of the ladder?

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Mike needs to position a 16-foot ladder so it reaches a window that is 12 feet above the ground. How far from the building should he place the base of the ladder?

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10.6

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