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Exploring the Pythagorean Theorem

Question 8 • Pre-Algebra B

Which lengths would form a right triangle?

Answer
A
9, 12, and 14
B
24, 7, and 26
C
21, 16, and 12
D
30, 24, and 18

Explanation

For a right triangle, the square of the longest side must equal the sum of the squares of the other two sides. For 30, 24, and 18, we have 24² + 18² = 576 + 324 = 900, and 30² = 900. Therefore, the lengths 30, 24, and 18 form a right triangle.

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