The solution of statement assumption of the indirect proof.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
The hypotenuse of a right
Calculation:
Given:
Prove:
Assume that the hypotenuse of a right triangle is not the longest side. That is,
If
Both relationships contradicts the fact that the sum of the measure of the angles of a triangle equal
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