Given that <span>point L is between M and N on MN. Then
MN = ML + LN
31 = h - 15 + 2h - 8 = 3h - 23
3h = 31 + 23 = 54
h = 54/3 = 18
Therefore, LN = 2(18) - 8 = 36 - 8 = 28.
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Use the Pythagorean theorem

to find the missing side length of a right triangle
In this case, after you plug in the given numbers your equation is

Then, Just solve that equation for y.



y = 16
So the answer is B, 16 cm.
I hope this helps, please feel free to ask questions if you're still confused :)
I think it is -10 i hope this helps