Question

What set of dimensions would produce a right triangle?

A. 6cm, 8cm, 10cm
B. 8cm, 10cm, 12cm
C. 9cm,12cm, 16cm
D.10cm, 15cm, 20cm

Can you explain this so I understand too?

Answer 1

A. 6, 8, 10 because since 10 is the longest i'll assume that's the hypotenuse.
6^2 + 8^2 = 10^2

Answer 2

yup

Answer 3

if the pythagorean identity is fulfilled with a set of given sides, then those sides will create a right triangle.

Answer 4

pythagorean theorem, not identity...

Answer 5

ahh i understand, i thought that there was some method but just do pythagorean theory, thanks!!!

Answer 6

yep yw