Question

Find the value of b. Express the answer as a simplified radical.

Answer 1

2√33

Explanation:

Pythagorean Theorem:

a² + b² = c²

Applying Pythagorean Theorem:

a = 8, b = b, c = 14

b² + 8² = 14²

b² + 64 = 196

b² = 132

b = √132

b = 2√33