Question

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what is the length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle with leg lengths of 8 inches and 15 inches?
a. 13 inches
b. 17 inches
c. 21 inches
d. 25 inches
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Step1: Recall Pythagorean theorem

For a right triangle, $c^2 = a^2 + b^2$, where $c$ is the hypotenuse, $a=8$, $b=15$.

Step2: Calculate sum of squared legs

$8^2 + 15^2 = 64 + 225 = 289$

Step3: Solve for hypotenuse

$c = \sqrt{289} = 17$

Answer:

B. 17 inches