Set 5: Triangles (Intermediate)

[Variation 2] **Choice D is the best answer.** c squared = 6 squared + 8 squared = 36 + 64 = 100. c = 10

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, a right triangle has legs of length 6 and 8. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

A right triangle has legs of length 6 and 8. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice D is the best answer. c squared = 6 squared + 8 squared = 36 + 64 = 100. c = 10

Why others are wrong:

A: 13 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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

C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.