Question

question 2835
2.5 which of the following correctly uses the pythagorean theorem to find the missing side ( x )
(right triangle with hypotenuse 10, one leg 8, the other leg ( x ))
a ( x^2 + 8^2 = (10)^2 )
b ( x + 8 = 10 )
c ( x^2 + (10)^2 = 8^2 )
d ( 8^2 + (10)^2 = x^2 )

Explanation:

Step1: Identify right triangle sides

Hypotenuse = 10, legs = $x$ and 8

Step2: Apply Pythagorean Theorem

$leg1^2 + leg2^2 = hypotenuse^2$ → $x^2 + 8^2 = 10^2$

Answer:

A. $x^{2}+8^{2}=10^{2}$