How to find the height of a right triangle?

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Answer # 1 #

For right triangle with base b and hypotenuse c or area A: - Using Pythagoras: height h = sqrt(c^2 - b^2) (if base known). - Using area: h = 2 * A / base.

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Answer # 2 #

Tip: Draw perpendicular from right angle to hypotenuse for alternative height formula.

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