5. The main mast of a fishing boat is supported by a sturdy rope that extends from the top of the mast to the deck. If the mast is 20 feet tall and the rope attaches to the deck 15 away from the base of the mast, how long is the rope?
5. The main mast of a fishing boat is supported by a sturdy rope that extends from the top of the mast to the deck. If the mast is 20 feet tall and the rope attaches to the deck 15 away from the base of the mast, how long is the rope?
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