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How do i solve for a fraction in pythagorean theorem

User Philwills
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so the simple equation is

(tip ^ this symbol means squared)

a^2+b^2=c^2

now plug in what you know

a^2+1^2=5/4^2

simplify

a^2+1=25/16

-1 -1

a^2=9/16

a=.75

or 3/4

hope I was helpful


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