Question

The length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle is 24 inches. If the length of one leg is 8 inches, what is the approximate length of the other leg?

16.0 inches

18.4 inches

22.6 inches

25.3 inches

Answer 1

since it is a right triangle, you can use the pythagorean theorem.

Answer 2

how do I use that

Answer 3

i suggest drawing a picture, labelling it with the info, writing an appropriate equation and then solving for what you need.

Answer 4

k

Answer 5

\[a^2+b^2 = c^2\]

Answer 6

still don't understand

Answer 7

25.3? @pgpilot326

Answer 8

\[\Rightarrow b^2 = c^2 - a^2 \Rightarrow b^2 = 24^2 - 8^2 = 576-64=512\]so \(b=
\sqrt{512}\), right?

Answer 9

remember, the hypotenuse is always opposite the right angle

Answer 10

thank you so much

Answer 11

you're welcome