SOLUTION: How do I find the value for x? if 8 and 6 are the legs and x is the base.

Algebra ->  Pythagorean-theorem -> SOLUTION: How do I find the value for x? if 8 and 6 are the legs and x is the base.       Log On


   

Question 399596: How do I find the value for x? if 8 and 6 are the legs and x is the base.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
How do I find the value for x? if 8 and 6 are the legs and x is the base.
----
If x is the hypotenuse of a right triangle,
x^2 = 8^2+6^2
---
x^2 = 64+36
---
x^2 = 100
x = 10
-------------------------
Cheers,
Stan H.