Question

I need help plzzz...thanks

Answer 1

Answer:

a^2+12^2=16^2

then just solve for a

Answer 2

Answer:

x=10.58

Step-by-step explanation:

To find the side length of a right triangle, you can use the Pythagorean theorem.

The Pythagorean theorem is $a^2+b^2=c^2$

the c is the hypotenuse of the triangle, so 16.

the a and b are the other sides of the triangle, so x and 12.

Therefore, $x^2+12^2=16^2$

       now you can solve the equation.

$x^2+144=256$

      -144    -144

$x^2=112$

now you have to square root both sides of the equation.

$\sqrt{x^2} =\sqrt{112}$

x=10.58