To solve for \(x\) , we can subtract 5 from both sides of the equation, resulting in $ \(2x=6\) \(. Then, we can divide both sides by 2, giving us \) \(x=3\) $. Therefore, the correct answer is B) 3.

In a right triangle, the length of the hypotenuse is 10 inches and one leg has a length of 6 inches. What is the length of the other leg?

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