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Solve for x, find the simplified radical & decimal

Solve for x, find the simplified radical & decimal-example-1
User Jpreynat
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Answer:

x = 6
√(2) = 8.485

Explanation:

In a 45-45-90 triangle, the hypotenuse is
√(2) times the length of a leg.

So, if you are given the hypotenuse, then divide its length by
√(2)

x = 12/
√(2) = 12
√(2)/2 = 6
√(2) = 8.485

User Rahul Manne
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