Question

Find the values of x and y. Write your answers in simplest form.

Answer 1

x = 4

y = 2√2

Explanation:

This triangle can be recognized as a 45 - 45 - 90, right isosceles triangle. The hypotenuse in a right isosceles triangle is √2 times a leg. We can say:

x = √2 * 2√2

x = 4

Since the triangle is isosceles, we can say the legs are equal, therefore:

y = 2√2