When rescuers enter a partially collapsed building they often have to reinforce damaged doors for safety. a.

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When rescuers enter a partially collapsed building they often have to reinforce damaged doors for safety.

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a. Diagonal braces are added to Door 1 as shown below. Explain why the door is more stable with the braces.

b. Would these braces be a good choice for rescuers needing to enter and exit the building through this doorway? 

c. In the diagram, Door 2 has only a corner brace. Does this solve the problem from part (b)? 

d. Explain why the corner brace makes the door more stable.

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Holt McDougal Larson Geometry

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