Question

How long is the wire that supports the tree?
5.6 ft
3.3 ft

Answer 1

6.5 ft.

Explanation:

To find this you can use the Pythagorean Theorem.
`a^2+b^2=c^2`

`5.6^2 + 3.3^2=C^2`

31.36+10.89=
`C^2`

42.25=
`C^2`

NOW you have to square root both sides of the equation

`√(42.25) = √(C^2)`

You square root both sides so you can get ride of the exponent on C

So, your answer is 6.5=C

hope this helps :)

p.s. for further questions,
`c^2`, is always the opposite side of the right angle. :)

Answer 2

6.5 ft

Explanation:

You must use Pythagoras theorem, which is a² + b² = c², then square root c to get answer

if 5.6 = a and 3.3 = b

5.6²+3.3²=42.25(=c²)

42.25 = c²

square root both sides

6.5 = c