In triangle $pqr,$ the side lengths are $pq = 9,$ $pr = 10,$ and $qr = 17. $ let $x$ be the intersection of the angle bisector of $\angle p$ with side $\overline{qr}$, and let $y$ be the foot of the perpendicular from $x$ to side $\overline{pr}$. Compute the length of $\overline{xy}$.

Anna’s mother prepares sauerkraut, a fermented dish made from finely cut cabbage and salt. lactobacillus bacteria present on the surface of the cabbage combine with salt to turn the cabbage into a crunchy, sour dish. what chemical process occurs to create this dish? a. alcoholic fermentation b. cellular respiration c. conservation d. lactic acid fermentation e. photosynthesis