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In the diagram, there are two similar triangles. Find the unknown measurement.
### Geometric Calculation: Area of a Triangle

#### Diagram Explanation:
In the given diagram, we have a right triangle and a segment of a circle. Here are the key details of the diagram:

- A right triangle is shown with one side of length 60 units and another side of length 120 units.
- The area of the triangle is indicated as 432 square units.
- The triangle's hypotenuse is denoted by the letter "c".
- There is a circular arc extending from one of the vertices of the triangle (this vertex forms part of the 60-unit side and an unknown circular distance).

To analyze the properties and solve for other parameters of this geometric figure, we need to utilize specific geometric principles and formulas.

#### Calculating the Hypotenuse (c):
Using the Pythagorean theorem for a right-angled triangle:
\[ a^2 + b^2 = c^2 \]
\[ 60^2 + 120^2 = c^2 \]
\[ 3600 + 14400 = c^2 \]
\[ c^2 = 18000 \]
\[ c = \sqrt{18000} \]
\[ c = 30\sqrt{20} \]

#### Verifying the Area of the Triangle:
Given:
- Base (b) = 120 units
- Height (h) = 60 units

Area (A) of the triangle:
\[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times b \times h \]
\[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times 120 \times 60 \]
\[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times 7200 \]
\[ A = 3600 \text{ square units }\]

However, the diagram indicates an area of 432 square units, which suggests that there may be additional calculations or considerations not provided in the image.

This inconsistency implies either a misunderstood or misrepresented aspect in the problem statement. Further geometrical analysis or additional information might be needed to reconcile the given values.
Transcribed Image Text:### Geometric Calculation: Area of a Triangle #### Diagram Explanation: In the given diagram, we have a right triangle and a segment of a circle. Here are the key details of the diagram: - A right triangle is shown with one side of length 60 units and another side of length 120 units. - The area of the triangle is indicated as 432 square units. - The triangle's hypotenuse is denoted by the letter "c". - There is a circular arc extending from one of the vertices of the triangle (this vertex forms part of the 60-unit side and an unknown circular distance). To analyze the properties and solve for other parameters of this geometric figure, we need to utilize specific geometric principles and formulas. #### Calculating the Hypotenuse (c): Using the Pythagorean theorem for a right-angled triangle: \[ a^2 + b^2 = c^2 \] \[ 60^2 + 120^2 = c^2 \] \[ 3600 + 14400 = c^2 \] \[ c^2 = 18000 \] \[ c = \sqrt{18000} \] \[ c = 30\sqrt{20} \] #### Verifying the Area of the Triangle: Given: - Base (b) = 120 units - Height (h) = 60 units Area (A) of the triangle: \[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times b \times h \] \[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times 120 \times 60 \] \[ A = \frac{1}{2} \times 7200 \] \[ A = 3600 \text{ square units }\] However, the diagram indicates an area of 432 square units, which suggests that there may be additional calculations or considerations not provided in the image. This inconsistency implies either a misunderstood or misrepresented aspect in the problem statement. Further geometrical analysis or additional information might be needed to reconcile the given values.
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