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Answer:

x = √51

Explanation:

The given figure is a right triangle.

Using the Pythagorean Theorem to find x

  • (Altitude 1)² + (Altitude 2)² = (Hypotenuse)²
  • (7)² + x² = (10)²
  • 49 + x² = 100
  • x² = 51
  • x = √51
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