Create a real-world problem involving three lengths that form a right triangle

Give the measurement of the "legs", then solve for the missing hypotenuse

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Lauren Mills

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12 October, 16:55

Create a real-world problem involving three lengths that form a right triangle

Give the measurement of the "legs", then solve for the missing hypotenuse

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Dexter Elliott · Answer 1

A ladder is leading on a wall that is 4 feet tall. The distance from the bottom of the ladder to the wall is 3 feet wide. Therefore, using the Pythagorean Theorem, 3^2 + 4^2 = 9 + 16 = 25. The square root of 25 is 5. The triangle's hypotenuse or the ladder's length is 5 feet.

Create a real-world problem involving three lengths that form a right triangleGive the measurement of the "legs", then solve for the missing hypotenuse

Create a real-world problem involving three lengths that form a right triangle

Give the measurement of the "legs", then solve for the missing hypotenuse