At the outside wall the roof is 10 feet high.Also, 5 horizontal feet from the outside wall toward the interior of the room, the roof is 11 feet tall.What is the height of the roof 10 horizontal feet from the outside wall toward the interior of the room?

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At the outside wall the roof is 10 feet high.Also, 5 horizontal feet from the outside wall toward the interior of the room, the roof is 11 feet tall.What is the height of the roof 10 horizontal feet from the outside wall toward the interior of the room? ​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The roof rises 1 foot over a horizontal distance of 5 feet, indicating a consistent slope. Therefore, over 10 feet, it would rise 2 feet, making the height 12 feet.

At the Outside Wall the Roof Is 10 Feet High