Question

Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the missing hypotenuse of a right triangle given the side lengths a= 7 in. and b = 9 in. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth if necessary

Answer 1

11.40

Explanation:

Pythagorean Theorem: a² + b² = c²

7² + 9² = c²

49+ 81 = 130

Square root of 130= 11.40

Answer 2

11.40

Explanation:

a^2 + b^2 = c^2