An 15-foot ladder resting against a house reaches a windowsill 13 feet above the ground. How far is the base of the ladder from the foundation of the house? Round to the nearest tenth of a foot.
A. 10.8 feet
B. 7.5 feet
C. 5.0 feet
D. 5.5 feet
E. 8.1 feet
Answer: B
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