Solve the problem.Two ladders of length a lean against opposite walls of an alley with their feet touching. One ladder extends h feet up the wall and makes a 75° angle with the ground. The other ladder extends k feet up the opposite wall and makes a 45° angle with the ground. Find the width of the alley in terms of h. Assume that the ground is horizontal and perpendicular to both walls. 

A.  h
B. h
C.  h
D.  h


Answer: B

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A.  m/sec2
B. -  m/sec2
C. -  m/sec2
D. 1 m/sec2

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A.
B.
C.
D.

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Complete the table by listing the percent of the whole for each category. Then place the percent data in the circle graph.The table shows the shares of stock owned by an investor. 

What will be an ideal response?

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