Set 1: Triangles (Intermediate)

[Variation 1] **Choice D is the best answer.** c squared = 3 squared + 4 squared = 9 + 16 = 25. c = 5

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Recent studies show that a right triangle has legs of length 3 and 4. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

A right triangle has legs of length 3 and 4. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 1] Choice D is the best answer. c squared = 3 squared + 4 squared = 9 + 16 = 25. c = 5

Why others are wrong:

A: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.