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Question 975168: Hello this is my question:
"a rectangle is inscribed in a circle with radius 14 cm the length of the rectangle is 21 cm determine the width of the rectangle to the nearest 10th of a centi meter"
I have exams this week and this is a practice question I'm not sure how to do. I would love it if you could help.
-Brittany

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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"a rectangle is inscribed in a circle with radius 14 cm the length of the rectangle is 21 cm determine the width of the rectangle to the nearest 10th of a centi meter"
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The diagonal of the rectangle is the diameter of the circle = 28 cm
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W%5E2+%2B+21%5E2+=+28%5E2
W+=+sqrt%28343%29
W =~ 18.52 cm