SOLUTION: A triangle has the given vertices. Classify the triangle by its sides and angles. A(2,3) B(6,3) C(2,7) A. Scalene, right B. Scalene, obtuse C. Isosceles, right D. Equilate

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Question 926523: A triangle has the given vertices. Classify the triangle by its sides and angles.
A(2,3) B(6,3) C(2,7)
A. Scalene, right
B. Scalene, obtuse
C. Isosceles, right
D. Equilateral, equiangular

Answer by harpazo(655) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
To do this, use the distance formula for points to find the distance from A to B, B to C and A to C. This will quickly let you know what form of triangle you are looking at.