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A man is placing a ladder against a tree to climb to the top. The ladder is placed 3 feet from the base of the tree. The height at which the ladder will reach the tree is 4 feet. Use the Pythagoras Theorem to find the length of the ladder.

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This solution is comprised of a detailed explanation of the Pythagoras Theorem and its application in solving general Height and Distance Problems. Supplemented with diagrams and detailed step-by-step calculations, this solution provides students with a clear perspective of Pythagoras Theorem and its various applications.

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