The Pythagorean theorem states that the sum of the squares of the two legs of a right triangle is equal to the square of the hypotenuse. Therefore, in this case:
(20)^2 + x^2 = (30)^2
400 + x^2 = 900
x^2 = 500
x = √500
x ≈ 22.4 ft
Therefore, the other leg of the right triangle is approximately 22.4 ft long.
If a right triangle has a leg that is 20 ft. long and the hypotenuse is 30 ft. long, how long is the other leg? Round to the nearest tenth.(1 point)
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