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Explanation:

Using Pythagorean theorem for right triangles

x^2 = 11^2 + 4^2

x^2 = 137

x = sqrt (137) = 11.7 cm

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Answer: 11.7 cm

Explanation:

We are given a right triangle with the hypotenuse of x cm and the legs with lengths of 11 cm and 4 cm. We will use the Pythagorean theorem to help us solve.

The Pythagorean theorem:

a² + b² = c²

Substituting known values:

11² + 4² = c²

Square:

121 + 16 = c²

Add:

137 = c²

Square root:

c = 11.7 cm

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