Question

Find the length of the missing side (nearest tenth).
25 yd
37 yd

Answer 1

picture included (detailed) on how to solve

Answer 2

27.3 yards

Explanation:

Since this triangle is a right triangle, this can be solved using the equation:

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

c^2 is the side opposite to the right angle (37)

So, you need to change the equation to where it is set equal to b^2.

Subtract a^2 on both sides.

b^2 = c^2 - a^2

Now, plug in the numbers you have.

b^2 = 37^2 - 25^2

Simplify.

b^2 = 1369 - 625

b^2 = 744

Now, to find b, take the square root of 744.

√744 = 27.3