Question

I need help finding x

Answer 1

The answer to your question is x =
`√(50)` or x = 5
`√(2)`

Explanation:

To solve this problem use the Pythagorean theorem because two right triangles are formed.

c² = a² + b²

c = 10

a = x

b = x Because in a square all the sides measure the same.

10² = x² + x²

- Simplify

100 = 2x²

x² = 100/2

x² = 50

x =
`√(50)` or x = 5
`√(2)`