d. 20√2
The side length of the blanket squares can be found using the Pythagorean theorem. Let x be the side length of the blanket squares.
x^2 + x^2 = 40^2
2x^2 = 1600
x^2 = 800
x = 20√2
Therefore, the side length of each piece is 20√2 inches.
Blanket Squares are cut on the diagonal to form triangular blanket pieces. The hypotenuse of the resulting triangles is 40 inches long. What is the side length of each piece?
a. 20√3
b.20
c.40√2
d.20√2
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