Question

What conclusion can be drawn by applying the Pythagorean Theorem to this triangle?

Answer 1

Given: A right triangle ABC with AC=5 units and BC=12 units.

Required: To find out what conclusion can be drawn by applying the Pythagorean Theorem to this triangle.

Explanation: Applying the Pythagoras Theorem to triangle ABC gives,

$(AB)^2=(BC)^2+(AC)^2$$(AB)^2=(12)^2+(5)^2$$(AB)^2=144+25$$\begin{gathered} AB=\sqrt{169} \\ AB=13\text{ units} \end{gathered}$

Final Answer: Option C is correct.