Question

Answer this question

Answer 1

The answer is 6

First, you must put the values in the formula.

$a^2+b^2=c^2$

$a^2+8^2=10^2$

Then, you must simplify the exponents.

$a^2+64=100$

Next, subtract 64 on both sides.

$a^2+36$

Finally, eliminate exponents.

$\sqrt{a^2}=\sqrt{36}$

$a=6$