Question

Identify the right triangle that can be used to simplify the expression.

A) Equilateral triangle
B) Isosceles triangle
C) Scalene triangle
D) Pythagorean triangle

Answer 1

The Pythagorean triangle can be used to simplify the expression.

Step-by-step explanation:

The right triangle that can be used to simplify the expression is the Pythagorean triangle.

• The Pythagorean theorem states that in a right triangle, the square of the length of the hypotenuse (c) is equal to the sum of the squares of the lengths of the other two sides (a and b).
• The Pythagorean triangle is a special type of right triangle in which the length of each side is a whole number.
• By using the Pythagorean theorem, you can find the length of the hypotenuse or one of the other two sides knowing the lengths of the other two sides.