Which set of numbers could represent the lengths of the sides of a right triangle? A. 7, 24, 25 B. 9, 12, 16 C. 10, 15, 20 D. 6, 9, 11

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Slashlos · Answer 1 · 2018-12-16T05:56:37+0000

Answer:

A. 7, 24, 25

Explanation:

Substitute to determine if the side lengths satisfy the Pythagorean theorem.

a2 + b2 = c2

72 + 242 = 252

49 + 576 = 625

625 = 625

Thus, the lengths represent a right triangle.