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Pythagorean Theorem

What is the value of x? x =

2 sides are 8 and 10

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Answer:

x = 6

Step-by-step explanation:

Its not clear from the question but sides 6, 8 and 10 are used quite commonly in mathematics for right triangle.

Taking side 10 as the Hypotenuse, H

And 8 as Perpendicular, P

Base, x will be

H² = P² + x²

10² = 8² + x²

x² = 100 - 64

x² = 36

x = 6


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