SOLUTION: A circle as a diameter of 11cm. A square has a side length of 7cm. Use Pythagoras theorem to show that the square fits inside the circle without touching the edges of a circle.

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Question 1114930: A circle as a diameter of 11cm.
A square has a side length of 7cm.
Use Pythagoras theorem to show that the square fits inside the circle without touching the edges of a circle.

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Yes, you can use Pythagorean Theorem to find the value for a diagonal of the square. This value will either be less than 11 cm, or it will not.