Math Problem Statement
What is the side opposite ∠A in the given right triangle?
Solution
In the provided image, the problem asks for the side opposite to angle in the given right triangle.
From the diagram:
- The right triangle has three sides labeled , , and .
- The angle is located at vertex .
- The side opposite to is the side across from this angle, which is labeled as .
Thus, the correct answer to the question "What is the side opposite ?" is:
.
Would you like more details, or do you have any questions? Here are some related questions that may help:
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Tip: The side opposite an angle in a right triangle is always the one that does not form part of that angle itself!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Right Triangles
Formulas
Opposite side: The side across from a given angle in a right triangle
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Basic properties of right triangles
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8