In a right triangle

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · CBSE · Mathematics · The Baudhayana-Pythagoras Theorem · The Baudhayana-Pythagoras Theorem

Problem

In a right triangle, the legs measure

9\,\text{cm}

and

12\,\text{cm}

. Find the length of the altitude drawn from the right angle to the hypotenuse. (a)

7.5\,\text{cm}

(b)

6\,\text{cm}

(c)

7.2\,\text{cm}

(d)

5.14\,\text{cm}