Math Problem Statement

Given a right triangle with legs of length 3 and 5, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

Solution

This problem involves a right triangle where the lengths of the two legs are 33 and 55, and we are solving for the hypotenuse xx.

We can use the Pythagorean Theorem:

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

Here, a=3a = 3, b=5b = 5, and c=xc = x. Substituting the values:

32+52=x23^2 + 5^2 = x^2

9+25=x29 + 25 = x^2

x2=34x^2 = 34

Taking the square root of both sides:

x=34x = \sqrt{34}

Approximating this value:

x5.83x \approx 5.83

Thus, the hypotenuse xx is approximately 34\sqrt{34}, or 5.835.83.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Pythagorean Theorem
Right Triangle

Formulas

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9