SOLUTION: If cutting a board 24" X 30 1/2" how do I find what the true 90deg angle messurment will be?

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Question 471483: If cutting a board 24" X 30 1/2" how do I find what the true 90deg angle messurment will be?
Answer by nerdybill(7384)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
I'm not sure I understand your question. However, if you want to make sure the corners are square (i.e. 90 degrees) then measure the two diagonals -- it should be exactly the same -- applies the Pythagorean theorem.

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