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A triangle has side lengths that measure 10 inches and 24 inches. the hypotenuse measures 26 inches. is the triangle a right triangle? why? *
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A triangle has side lengths that measure 10 inches and 24 inches. the hypotenuse measures 26 inches. is the triangle a right triangle? why? *

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You must check to determine whether or not these 3 side lengths satisfy the Pythagorean Theorem.

Is 10^2 + 24^2 = to 26^2? If yes, the triangle is a right triangle; if no, it is not.
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