SOLUTION: A right triangle has its vertical side equal to 7, while the horizontal base is equal to 10 in length. Find the length x of the third side. Round your answer to the nearest tenth.

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Question 38666: A right triangle has its vertical side equal to 7, while the horizontal base is equal to 10 in length. Find the length x of the third side. Round your answer to the nearest tenth.
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7~2+10~2=X~2 OR 49+100=X~2 OR 149=X~2 OR X=SQRT 149 OR X=12.2