Asma S.

asked • 07/20/16

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In a storm a hydro pole snapped and fell against a house wall. If the top of the pole was resting 4.8 m above the ground and the bottom of the pole was 12.4 m from the house, how long was the hydro pole (to one decimal place)?

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Alan G. answered • 07/20/16

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Asma,
 
Did the pole snap at the base or further up? Unless you answer this question exactly, I cannot be clear what you are asking.
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Asma S.

At the base.
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07/20/16

Alan G.

Is there anything else you would like to offer about this problem? Otherwise I do not think it can be solved.
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Asma S.

Unfortunately, that's all the information I have on this question. 
Thank you for attempting though! 
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Alan G.

After rereading the problem, I posted a solution a few minutes ago. Good luck!
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