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Solve for X in the triangle

Solve for X in the triangle-example-1
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Answer:

x = 6√2

Explanation:

This is a right triangle, specifically a 45-45-90 one. Using the Pythagorean Theorem, we get x^2 + x^2 = (12 cm)^2, or:

2x^2 = 144 cm^2, or

x^2 = 72 cm^2.

This comes out to x = 6√2

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