Math Problem Statement
An oak tree is 7 meters tall and a bird is standing on the ground 4 meters from the tree. If the bird flies directly to the top of the tree, how far will it fly? If necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Right Triangles
Pythagorean Theorem
Formulas
Pythagorean theorem: c^2 = a^2 + b^2
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8
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