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Hypotenuse

usgb/haɪˈpɑːtənuːs/Volume
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Understand that 'hypotenuse' specifically refers to triangles with one 90-degree angle. SlideThe length of the hypotenuse can be calculated using the other two sides.
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Remember that 'hypotenuse' is not used for any side of a triangle, but exclusively for the longest one in a right triangle. SlideWhen we say the hypotenuse, we're talking about the side across from the right angle.
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Hypotenuse is a term mostly found in mathematical or educational contexts, less in everyday conversation. SlideDuring math class, we learned how to calculate the hypotenuse.
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