SOLUTION: Vertices of a triangle A(1,2) B(5,10) C(-7,6) Show that it is a right triangle. Find length of each side. THANK YOU ! (:

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Question 311198: Vertices of a triangle A(1,2) B(5,10) C(-7,6)
Show that it is a right triangle.
Find length of each side.
THANK YOU ! (:

Answer by nyc_function(2741) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
BIG HINT:
Use the distance formula for points written in the form (x,y).
You will use the distance formula to find the distance from A to B, from B to C and from A to C.
To learn about the distance formula, copy and paste the free video clip below.
If you do not understand what to do after watching the math video clip, write back.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBeXhGl6pSE