Question

solve for c.
c = ?
pythagorean theorem: a² + b² = c²
round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

Explanation:

Step1: Substitute values into formula

$$16^{2}+12^{2}=c^{2}$$

Step2: Calculate squares

$$256 + 144=c^{2}$$

Step3: Sum the values

$$400=c^{2}$$

Step4: Solve for \(c\)

$$c=\sqrt{400}$$
$$c = 20$$

Answer:

\(20\)