Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
a²+b² = c² c is always the longest line thats opposite to the 90 degree angle
for 1
15² + b² = 17²
b² = 17² - 15²
b = √(17² - 15²)
b= 8
It is a good idea to check to see if your answer is reasonable because a. if your answer is reasonable, you have probably done the problem correctly.
No, because only a minority of the students answered it.
