Question

Assume that a, b, and c are sides of a right triangle as shown in this picture. If side a = 9 cm and side b = 40 cm, use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of side c in cm.

15

24

36

41

Answer 1

41

Explanation:

c= √(a²+b²)

c= √(9²+40²)

c= √(81+1600)

c= √(1681)

c= 41