Understanding Hypotenuse
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In a right triangle, the hypotenuse is the longest side, opposite the right angle. Use $c = \sqrt{a^2 + b^2}$ to find it.
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In a right triangle with sides $3$ and $4$, what is the hypotenuse?
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A ladder is leaning against a wall. The bottom is $3$ meters away from the wall and reaches $4$ meters high. Calculate the ladder's length.
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Given a right triangle where one side is $5$ and the hypotenuse is $13$, find the other side.
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In a right triangle with legs $8$ and $15$, find the hypotenuse.
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