Question

what is the length of the hypotenuse? if necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
c = centimeters

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$$c^2 = a^2 + b^2$$

Step2: Substitute given values

$$c^2 = 5^2 + 1^2 = 25 + 1 = 26$$

Step3: Solve for c

$$c = \sqrt{26} \approx 5.1$$

Answer:

5.1 centimeters