Question

How do u do this I am so confused please help!!

Answer 1

x = √145

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Trigonometry

• [Right Triangles Only] Pythagorean Theorem: a² + b² = c²

Explanation:

Step 1: Identify Variables

Leg a = 12

Leg b = x

Hypotenuse c = 17

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Substitute [PT]: 12² + x² = 17²
2. Isolate x term: x² = 17² - 12²
3. Exponents: x² = 289 - 144
4. Subtract: x² = 145
5. Isolate x: x = √145