Problem 115
Use the Pythagorean Theorem and the square root property to solve Exercises \(113-118 .\) Express answers in simplified radical form. Then find a decimal approximation to the nearest tenth. The base of a 30 -foot ladder is 10 feet from the building. If the ladder reaches the flat roof, how tall is the building? (THE IMAGES CANNOT COPY)
Problem 120
A square flower bed is to be enlarged by adding 4 feet on each side. If the larger square has an area of 225 square feet, what is the length of a side of the original square?
Problem 121
What is the square root property?
Problem 122
Explain how to solve \((x-1)^{2}=16\) using the square root property.
Problem 128
In your own words, describe how to find the midpoint of a line segment if its endpoints are known.
Problem 134
Determine whether each statement "makes sense" or "does not make sense" and explain your reasoning. When I use the square root property to determine the length of a right triangle's side, I don't even bother to list the negative square root.