Question

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

Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$c^2 = a^2 + b^2$ where $a=2$, $b=3$

Step2: Calculate sum of squared sides

$c^2 = 2^2 + 3^2 = 4 + 9 = 13$

Step3: Solve for c (square root)

$c = \sqrt{13} \approx 3.6$

Answer:

3.6 centimeters