Question 7 • TX-Mathematical Models with Applications A
In a right triangle, the side c opposite the right angle is called the hypotenuse, and the other two sides a and b are called legs. The Pythagorean theorem states that in any right triangle, the lengths of the three sides are related by the equation . Use the Pythagorean theorem to answer the following question. One leg of a right triangle measures 8 inches and the hypotenuse 17 inches. Determine the length of the other leg. a. 9 inches b. 13 inches c. 15 inches d. 17 inches Please select the best answer from the choices provided