The longest side of a right triangle is always the hypotenuse
The hypotenuse, opposite the right angle in a right triangle, is always its longest side, a geometric truth essential for countless real-world calculations and designs.
In any right-angled triangle, the hypotenuse – the side opposite the right angle – is always the longest side. This isn't just a rule; it's a direct consequence of the Pythagorean theorem (a² + b² = c²). Since the square of the hypotenuse equals the sum of the squares of the other two sides, the hypotenuse itself must be longer than either individual side.
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