To determine which set does not correspond to the sides of a right
Answer to Problem 5STP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
4 sets
(A)
(B)
Formula used:
Pythagoras Theorem:
Consider a right triangle with perpendicular a , base b and hypotenuse c .
In right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
Calculation:Consider the set
Therefore, set (A) does not correspond to the sides of a right triangle.
Conclusion:
Therefore, set (A) does not correspond to the sides of a right triangle.
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