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Hypotenuse of 5 and 12

Hypotenuse = 13

For a right triangle with legs 5 and 12, the hypotenuse c satisfies a² + b² = c²:

5² + 12² = 25 + 144 = 169, so c = √169 = 13.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the hypotenuse of a triangle with legs 5 and 12?

It is exactly 13. Using a² + b² = c²: 5² + 12² = 169, and √169 = 13.

Is 5, 12, 13 a Pythagorean triple?

Yes. 5, 12, and 13 are all whole numbers satisfying 5² + 12² = 13², so they form a Pythagorean triple.