In the triangle XYZ , XM is the altitude from X to YZ.XY = 13cm, XZ = 15cm and YM = 5cm. Find the length of YZ
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A.
9cm -
B.
12cm -
C.
14cm -
D.
19.85cm -
E.
23cm
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
XM = √132 – 52 = 12cm
MZ = 152 – 122 = 9cm
YZ = 9 + 5 = 14cm