Could the side lengths below form a right triangle? Explain. 5, 7.5, 2.5

Ceyhan asked Nov 20, 2022

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Ceyhan asked Nov 20, 2022

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Answer:

No because the a and b lengths are too big and the c length is too small

Explanation:

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

5^2 + 7.5^2 = 2.5^2

25 + 56.25 = 6.25

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