Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

A 13-ft ladder rests against a vertical wall. The foot of the ladder is sliding away from the wall at 4\,ft/s. When the foot is 5\,ft from the wall, what is the rate of change of the angle θ\theta between the ladder and the ground (in rad/s)? a) −45-\dfrac{4}{5} b) 13\dfrac{1}{3} c) −13-\dfrac{1}{3} d) −48169-\dfrac{48}{169}

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