Question

what is the length of the hypotenuse? if necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
c = \boxed{} miles

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$c^2 = 4^2 + 6^2$

Step2: Calculate squares of legs

$c^2 = 16 + 36 = 52$

Step3: Find square root of 52

$c = \sqrt{52} \approx 7.2$

Answer:

7.2