Question

for the following right triangle, find the side length x.

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$$x^2 = 7^2 + 24^2$$

Step2: Calculate squared side values

$$x^2 = 49 + 576$$

Step3: Sum and solve for x

$$x^2 = 625$$
$$x = \sqrt{625} = 25$$

Answer:

25