Math Problem Statement

Find the length of diagonal AC in the rectangular solid shown. Dimensions are in meters.

Solution

We are tasked with finding the length of diagonal AC\overline{AC} in a rectangular solid (box) with given dimensions.

Steps to solve:

  1. Identify the dimensions: From the image, the dimensions are:

    • Length: 5m5 \, \text{m}
    • Height: 2m2 \, \text{m}
    • Depth (from AA to CC): This can be inferred using the Pythagorean theorem in the base.
  2. Base diagonal (AC): Since AC\overline{AC} is a diagonal across the rectangular base of the solid, the length of ACAC can be found using the 3D diagonal formula: Diagonal =(length)2+(width)2+(height)2\text{Diagonal } = \sqrt{(\text{length})^2 + (\text{width})^2 + (\text{height})^2}

Here, the width is the unknown, but the height is known (2

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
3D Shapes
Pythagorean Theorem

Formulas

Diagonal = sqrt(length^2 + width^2 + height^2)
Pythagorean theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagorean theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10