Question

Use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the missing side. C=8, a=4, find b. Simplify your answer. Use a radical expression in lowest terms

Answer 1

C^2= a^2 + b^2

putting values

(8)^2= (4)^2+B^2
64=16+B^2
64_16=b^2
48=b^2
b=√48