Let's use the Pythagorean theorem to find the length of the third side of the right triangle.
a^2 + b^2 = c^2
(10)^2 + (30)^2 = c^2
100 + 900 = c^2
1000 = c^2
c = √1000
c ≈ 31.6 in
Therefore, the length of the third side of the right triangle is approximately 31.6 inches.
The lengths of two sides of a right triangle are given. Find the length of the third side. Round to the nearest tenth if ne
legs: 10 in and 30 in
28.3 in
31.6m
37.2 in
34 in
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