Question

what is the length of the hypotenuse? if necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
c = \square yards
(there is a right triangle with one leg 24 yd and the other leg 7 yd, and the hypotenuse is labeled c)

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$$c^2 = 24^2 + 7^2$$

Step2: Calculate squared side lengths

$$c^2 = 576 + 49 = 625$$

Step3: Solve for c (take square root)

$$c = \sqrt{625} = 25$$

Answer:

25 yards