Answer:
x=2
Explanation:
We can use the Pythagorean theorem since this makes a right triangle
a^2+b^2 = c^2
The radius is 1.5
1.5^2 + x^2 = (1+1.5)^2
1.5^2 +x^2 = 2.5^2
2.25+x^2=6.25
Subtract 2.25 from each side
x^2 = 4
Taking the square root of each side
x= 2