Math Problem Statement

Use Pythagoras' theorem to calculate the length of FG. Give your answer in centimetres (cm) to 1 decimal place.

Solution

This is a right-angled triangle problem, and we can solve for the length of FG using Pythagoras' theorem, which states:

a2+b2=c2a^2 + b^2 = c^2

where cc is the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right angle), and aa and bb are the other two sides.

In this triangle:

  • FH=8cmFH = 8 \, \text{cm} (one leg)
  • HG=13cmHG = 13 \, \text{cm} (the other leg)
  • FG=cFG = c (the hypotenuse we are solving for)

Now, applying Pythagoras' theorem:

FG2=FH2+HG2FG^2 = FH^2 + HG^2

Let me calculate the length of FG.The length of FGFG is approximately 15.3cm15.3 \, \text{cm} (to 1 decimal place).

Would you like more details or have any questions about this?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. How would you calculate the area of this triangle?
  2. Can you use trigonometry to find the angles of this triangle?
  3. How does Pythagoras' theorem apply in three-dimensional shapes?
  4. What are the limitations of Pythagoras' theorem in non-Euclidean geometry?
  5. How can you verify the accuracy of your result using a different method?

Tip: Always check that the side lengths provided match the conditions of a right-angled triangle before applying Pythagoras' theorem.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Right-Angle Triangle
Pythagoras' Theorem

Formulas

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagoras' Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9