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Find value of x, giving reasons

Find value of x, giving reasons-example-1
User BijiDango
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Answer:

=> x = 2.4

Explanation:

By using PGT

=> (5+x)² = 7²+x²

=> 5² +x² +2(5)(x) = 49+x²

=> 25 + x² + 10x = 49 +x²

=> 10x = 49-25

=> 10x = 24

=> x = 24/10

=> x = 2.4

Find value of x, giving reasons-example-1
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