Question

A triangle has sides a, b, and c. Use the Converse of the Pythagorean Theorem to determine whether a right triangle can be formed if a=3
, b=4
, and c=5
.

Option A: Yes, a right triangle can be formed.

Option B: No, a right triangle cannot be formed.

Choose 1 for Option A or 2 for Option B.

Answer 1

1

Because 3^2 + 4^2 = 9 + 16 = 25 = 5^2, the triangle is right (by the converse of the Pythagorean Theorem).