SOLUTION: The lengths of two sides of a right triangle are given. Find the length of the third side. Round to the nearest tenth if necessary. legs: 18 in. and 17 in.

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Question 918990: The lengths of two sides of a right triangle are given. Find the length of the third side. Round to the nearest tenth if necessary.

legs: 18 in. and 17 in.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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sqrt(18^2 + 17^2) = 24.8 units