SOLUTION: We can use the Pythagorean theorem to solve problems that involve right triangles. Provide an example of a day-to-day situation that involves right triangles and the use of the the

Question 186811: We can use the Pythagorean theorem to solve problems that involve right triangles. Provide an example of a day-to-day situation that involves right triangles and the use of the theorem. Please help me figure this one out.

Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Carpenters and builders will sometimes measure 3 ft from a corner along one wall and 4 ft along the other, then check that it's 5 ft between the 2 points. If it is, the walls are "square", at right angles.

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