Math Problem Statement
Solution
The problem is written in Ukrainian and can be translated as follows:
"In a right-angled triangle, the point where the incircle touches the hypotenuse divides the hypotenuse into segments of lengths 5 cm and 12 cm. Find the legs of the triangle."
Solution:
Let the legs of the right triangle be and , and the hypotenuse be .
The point where the incircle touches the hypotenuse divides it into two segments, and , where cm and cm.
We know the following relationships:
- (since and are segments of the hypotenuse)
- and , where is the semiperimeter.
From the first relationship, we have:
Now, the semiperimeter is given by:
Substituting the expressions for and in terms of , , and :
Since , we can write:
Substitute the expressions for and into the Pythagorean theorem:
Substituting the values:
Thus, the correct lengths of the legs and are 12 cm and 5 cm respectively.
Would you like more details, or do you have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions:
- What is the formula for finding the radius of the incircle of a right triangle?
- How can you find the area of a right triangle using the legs and hypotenuse?
- What are the properties of a 30-60-90 triangle?
- How would you solve this problem if only the hypotenuse was given?
- What is the relationship between the semiperimeter and the legs of a right triangle?
Tip: In right-angled triangles, the incircle touches the hypotenuse at a point that divides it into segments equal to the differences between the semiperimeter and the other sides.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Right Triangle
Pythagorean Theorem
Incircle
Formulas
Pythagorean theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2
Semiperimeter: s = (a + b + c) / 2
Theorems
Properties of right triangles
Suitable Grade Level
High School
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