In a regular square pyramid whose base edges measure 8 in., the apothem of the base measures 4 in. If the height of the pyramid is 8 in., find the length of its slant height.

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In a regular square pyramid whose base edges measure 8 in., the apothem of the base measures
4 in. If the height of the pyramid is 8 in., find the length of its slant height.

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