Set 2: Triangles (Advanced)

[Variation 1] **Choice D is the best answer.** b squared = 10 squared - 6 squared = 100 - 36 = 64. b = 8

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that a right triangle has one leg of length 6 and hypotenuse 10. What is the other leg?

A right triangle has one leg of length 6 and hypotenuse 10. What is the other leg?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. b squared = 10 squared - 6 squared = 100 - 36 = 64. b = 8

Why others are wrong:

A: 11 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.