Given the long leg of a special right triangle determine the missing lengths

Given the long leg of a special right triangle determine the missing lengths

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to identify parts of a right triangle, specifically focusing on distinguishing between the long leg and the short leg. It provides a method to calculate the short leg when given the long leg by dividing by the square root of three. Additionally, it covers how to find the hypotenuse from the short leg by multiplying by two. The tutorial concludes with advice for students to better understand these geometric concepts.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What mathematical operation do you perform to find the short leg from the long leg?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe how to use the square root of 3 in calculations involving the legs of a right triangle.

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