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X2= Y2+Z2

X is the hypotenuse as it is the longest side.

Y and Z can be either of the sides.

Example:

X2=22+42

X2=4+16

X2=20

SQUARE ROOT 20

X= 4.47

X= 4.5

OR

62= Y2+42

36=Y2+16

36-16=Y2

Y2=20

SQUARE ROOT 20

Y=4.47

Y=4.5

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