Question

Find the length of line OC.

Answer 1

15

Explanation:

Answer 2

If AB = 16, then AC is (1/2)(AB) or 8.

(OC)^2 + 8^2 = 17^2

(OC)^2 = 17^2 - 8^2

(OC)^2 = 289 - 64

(OC)^2 = 289 - 64

(OC)^2 = 225

Taking the square root on both sides leads to OC = 15 cm.