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Using the pythagoras theorem;

The pythagoras theorem state that in a right triangle;

opposite² + adjacent² = hypotenuse²

From the figure given;

Let adjacent = 10in

opposite = 12 in

hypoenuse = c

Substituting into the formula;

12² + 10² = c²

Option D is the correct option

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