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Can someone help me solve this please?

Can someone help me solve this please?-example-1
User NGR
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Answer:

h = 9

Explanation:

You can use the Pythagorean theorem to solve this. Consider each half of the main triangle their own triangles.

h = a

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

or

a^2 = c^2 - b^2

a^2 = 10^2 - 5^2

a^2 = 100 - 25

a^2 = 75

a = √75

a = 8.66, or 9

h = 9 (when rounded)

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