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Chapter 13, Problem 22P

Use the golden-section search to determine the length of the shortest ladder that reaches from the ground over the fence to touch the building's wall (Fig. P13.22). Test it for the case where h = d = 4 m.

Chapter 13, Problem 22P, Use the golden-section search to determine the length of the shortest ladder that reaches from the

FIGURE P13.22

A ladder leaning against a fence and just touching a wall.

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