Question

Which expression finds the length of side y in this right triangle?

Answer 1

y =
`√(19^2) + √(8.2^2)`

Explanation:

Pythagorean Theorem : a² + b² = c²

19² + 8.2² = c²

c =
`√(19^2 + 8.2^2)`

c =
`√(19^2) + √(8.2^2)`

-Chetan K