Question

b = 9, c = 16

a =

Answer 1

Pythagorean Theorem? a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Answer 2

Pythagorean theorem

\(a^2 + b^2 = c^2\)

Plug in 'b' and 'c':

\(a^2 + 9^2 = 16^2\)

Solve for 'a'

Answer 3

a^2+81=256

Answer 4

Yes, now subtract 81 to both sides what's 256 - 81?

Answer 5

A^2=168

Answer 6

256 - 81 doesn't equal 168

Answer 7

i mean 169

Answer 8

No, check again

Answer 9

Take the square root of 169.

Answer 10

175

Answer 11

Yes, now find the square root of 175 and you have your answer.

Answer 12

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