Question

What is the value of x?

Answer 1

30

Explanation:

Applying Pythagoras theorem

Hypotenuse^2=base^2+perp^2

Where base=16

And hypotenuse=34

34^2=16^2+perp^2

1156-256=perp^2

Perp^2=900

Taking square root on both sides

Perpendicular=30