Question

Use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for the value of x

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

Pythagoras

c² = a² + b²

with c being the Hypotenuse (the side opposite of the 90 degree angle).

x² = 12² + 9² = 144 + 81 = 225

x = 15 ft

so, the first answer option is correct.