CPM Homework Help : INT3 Problem 7-108

Examine the triangle below. Solve for $x$ twice, using two different methods. Clearly show your work for each method.

Right triangle, labeled as follows: vertical leg, x, horizontal leg, x, hypotenuse, 7.

Hint:

This triangle is a $45^\circ-45^\circ-90^\circ$ triangle.

More Help:

The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to solve for $x$ .

Answer:

$x ≈ 4.9$ units