Math Problem Statement
Which set of side lengths can be used to prove the statement below is false?
“In any given triangle, the square of the longest side is equal to the sum of the squares of the two shorter sides.”
A.3 cm, 4 cm, 5 cm
B.4 cm, 5 cm, 7 cm
C.5 cm, 12 cm, 13 cm
D.9 cm, 12 cm, 15 cm
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Pythagorean Theorem
Right Triangles
Formulas
a^2 + b^2 = c^2
Theorems
Pythagorean Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10
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