Question

what is the length of the hypotenuse? if necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
$c = \square$ yards

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$$c^2 = a^2 + b^2$$
where $a=8$ yd, $b=6$ yd

Step2: Calculate squared side lengths

$$c^2 = 8^2 + 6^2 = 64 + 36$$

Step3: Sum and take square root

$$c = \sqrt{100} = 10$$

Answer:

10 yards