Question

If a, b and c form a Pythogorean triplet, such that $a^2$ + $b^2$ = $c^2$ and represent the sides of a right angled triangle, then the side 'c' represents the ____________ of the triangle.

• A. Hypotenuse
• B. Adjacent side
• C. Opposite side
• D. Base

Answer 1

The correct option is A Hypotenuse

The three sides of a right angled triangle form a Pythogorean triplet. The Hypotenuse, or the slanting side of a right angled triangle is always the longest side.
Hence, in $a^2$ + $b^2$ = $c^2$, the side 'c' represents the longest side, which is the hypotenuse.