Question

Jennifer bought an umbrella on a business trip. The umbrella is 29 inches long.

The length of the sides of the box is 18 Inches.
The length of the top and bottom of the box is 24 Inches.
Jennifer thinks she can bring the umbrella home in her suitcase.

Is she correct?

Explain using your understanding of the Pythagorean Theorem to answer.

Use the dimensions provided in your explanation.

Answer 1

Answer 30^{2}

Explanation:

24^{2} + 18^ {2} = c^{2}

576 + 324 = c^{2}

\sqrt{900} c^{2} = 30

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