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Please help me find x

Please help me find x-example-1

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Answer:

x = 4.5

Explanation:

Using Pythagoras theorem,

Hyp² = Opp² + Adj²

From the question,

Hyp = 9

Adj = Opp

Since Adj = Opp

Let,

Adj = Opp = a

and,

Hyp = b

Therefore,

b² = a² + a²

9² = 2a²

Cancelling equal exponents,

2a = 9

a= 4.5

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