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  • 21-02-2017
  • Mathematics
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How do I find the length of the short leg?

How do I find the length of the short leg? class=

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Luv2Teach
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  • 21-02-2017

The short leg is x, the hypotenuse is x + 6, and the longer leg is x + 3.  Using the pythagorean theorem, (x + 6)^2 = x^2 + (x + 3)^2.  Solve for x.

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