What is the length of the unknown leg of the right triangle?

Leevi L asked Jun 17, 2023

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Leevi L asked Jun 17, 2023

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We will usePythagorean theorem

a^2+b^2=C^2

Lets substitute and solve

2^2+b^2=3^2

4+b^2=9 lets subtract 4

b^2=5

b=√5 or 2.2360679775

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