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A triangle has sides with lengths of 8 centimeters, 15 centimeters, and 17 centimeters. Is it a right triangle?

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Answer:

Yes it is!

Explanation:

If you want to know whether it is, use the pytheoream theory. a2+b2=c2

a is the shortest side, b is the second longest and c is the longest.

In this case, the equation will be:

8 sq + 15 sq = 17 sq

64 + 225 = 289

= It is a right-angled triangle!

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