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In a right triangle, the longest side is known as?
In a right triangle, the longest side is known as?
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The correct option is C Hypotenuse
In ∆ABC, right-angled at B,
∠B = 90
By angle sum property, we know,
∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180
Hence, ∠A + ∠C = 90
So, ∠B is the largest angle.
Therefore, the side (hypotenuse) opposite to the largest angle will be the longest one.
In ∆ABC, right-angled at B,
∠B = 90
By angle sum property, we know,
∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180
Hence, ∠A + ∠C = 90
So, ∠B is the largest angle.
Therefore, the side (hypotenuse) opposite to the largest angle will be the longest one.
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