Question

2.6 cm
4.9 cm
what is the length of the hypotenuse? if necessary, round to the nearest tenth.
c = centimeters
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Explanation:

Step1: Apply Pythagorean theorem

$c^2 = 4.9^2 + 2.6^2$

Step2: Calculate squares of legs

$4.9^2 = 24.01$, $2.6^2 = 6.76$

Step3: Sum the squares

$24.01 + 6.76 = 30.77$

Step4: Find square root

$c = \sqrt{30.77} \approx 5.5$

Answer:

5.5