Question

determine whether the triangle is a right triangle.
circle to select your answer(s).

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$a^2 + b^2 = c^2$, substitute $a=8$, $b=15$, $c=17$

Step2: Calculate $8^2$ and $15^2$

$8^2 + 15^2 = 17^2$

Step3: Compute squared values

$64 + 225 = 289$

Step4: Verify equality

$289 = 289$

Answer:

The triangle is a right triangle.