Find the Hypotenuse Example Problem

In this video, Tyler from tarveracademy.com introduces a math problem involving the Pythagorean theorem. He explains the components of a right triangle, focusing on the hypotenuse and legs. Tyler guides viewers through solving for X using the theorem, emphasizing the importance of correctly identifying the hypotenuse. He demonstrates the calculation process, including squaring and square rooting, and concludes with the final answer. The video is designed to assist students in understanding and applying the Pythagorean theorem to solve problems.

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