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Find the value of x. then tell whether the side lengths form a Pythagorean triple

Find the value of x. then tell whether the side lengths form a Pythagorean triple-example-1
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Answer:

x = √226

Explanation:

Pythagorean Theorem: a² + b² = c²

In that case, plug in a and b,

15² + 1² = c²

c = √(15² + 1²)

c = 15.0333

This is NOT a Pythagorean triple.

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