Math Problem Statement

Find the perimeter. Simplify your answer.

Solution

To find the perimeter of the right triangle shown in the image, we need to sum the lengths of all three sides. The given side lengths are:

  • One leg of length u3u - 3
  • Another leg of length 44
  • The hypotenuse of length u2u - 2

The formula for the perimeter PP of a triangle is:

P=side1+side2+hypotenuseP = \text{side}_1 + \text{side}_2 + \text{hypotenuse}

Step 1: Adding the sides

Using the given side lengths:

P=(u3)+4+(u2)P = (u - 3) + 4 + (u - 2)

Step 2: Simplify the expression

Combine like terms:

P=u3+4+u2=2u1P = u - 3 + 4 + u - 2 = 2u - 1

Thus, the perimeter of the triangle is:

P=2u1P = 2u - 1

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Relative questions:

  1. How do you find the perimeter of a triangle with unknown side lengths?
  2. What is the importance of simplifying expressions in geometry?
  3. Can you explain how the Pythagorean theorem applies to this triangle?
  4. What is the difference between legs and the hypotenuse in a right triangle?
  5. How would the perimeter change if uu is doubled?

Tip: Always double-check that you’ve combined like terms correctly when simplifying algebraic expressions!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Perimeter of Triangles
Algebraic Expressions

Formulas

Perimeter = side_1 + side_2 + hypotenuse

Theorems

Right Triangle Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8