What is the value of x to the nearest tenth? 18.5 29.5 37.0

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Soana · Answer 1 · 2021-09-06T07:07:16+0000

Answer: 37.0

Explanation:

Using Pythagorean theorem we can solve for the missing side of the triangle.

$24.6^2=16.2^2 + b^2\\$

Square 24.6 and 16.2

$605.16 = 262.44 + b^2\\$

Then subtract 262.44 to the other side to isolate b.

342.72 = b^2

Now square root both sides to solve for b.

b = 18.592

Then multiply b by 2 to find x.

$18.512*2 = x\\$

x = 37.025

When rounded it is 37.0.