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Hypotenuse of 9 and 12

Hypotenuse = 15

For a right triangle with legs 9 and 12, the hypotenuse c satisfies a² + b² = c²:

9² + 12² = 81 + 144 = 225, so c = √225 = 15.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the hypotenuse of a triangle with legs 9 and 12?

It is exactly 15. Using a² + b² = c²: 9² + 12² = 225, and √225 = 15.

Is 9, 12, 15 a Pythagorean triple?

Yes. 9, 12, and 15 are all whole numbers satisfying 9² + 12² = 15², so they form a Pythagorean triple.