Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
We will need to rewrite the Pythagorean Theorem
A^2 + B^2 = C^2
Substitute. tIn this case:
18^2 + x^2 = 82^2
Subtract 18^2
x^2 = 82^2 - 18^2
In order to get x alone, take the root:
x = sqrt(82^2 - 18^2)
And solve:
x = 80
