SOLUTION: Can my 8 ft long x 3 ft wide showcase fit diagonally in a 5'x5' storage unit? THank you, Celeste

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Question 918928: Can my 8 ft long x 3 ft wide showcase fit diagonally in a 5'x5' storage unit? THank you, Celeste
Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Can my 8 ft long x 3 ft wide showcase fit diagonally in a 5'x5' storage unit? THank you, Celeste
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The diagonal of a 5 by 5 is 5*sqrt(2) =~ 7.07 feet
Even if it has no thickness it won't fit.

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