Question

Find the value of x. Then tell whether the side lengths from a Pythagorean triple sides 20,16 find x

Answer 1

x = 12

Explanation:

Pythagorean triplet

12,16,20

So, the value of x is 12

x + 256 = 400

x = 400 - 256

x = 144

The square of 12 is 144