In the Triangle Shown, Side $y$ Measures 36 Meters and Side $z$

question 72

Multiple Choice

In the triangle shown, side $y$ measures 36 meters and side $z$ measures 39 meters. Use the Pythagorean theorem to find the measure of side $x$ .

• A) 17 meters
• B) 10 meters
• C) 14 meters
• D) 15 meters

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