A rectangular field measures \(24\text{ m}\) by \(18\text{ m}\). Find the length of the diagonal.
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Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Using Pythagoras theorem: \[<br/>d^2=24^2+18^2<br/>\] \[<br/>d^2=576+324<br/>\] \[<br/>d^2=900<br/>\] \[<br/>d=30<br/>\] Therefore, the diagonal is: \[<br/>30\text{ m}<br/>\]
Using Pythagoras theorem: \[<br/>d^2=24^2+18^2<br/>\] \[<br/>d^2=576+324<br/>\] \[<br/>d^2=900<br/>\] \[<br/>d=30<br/>\] Therefore, the diagonal is: \[<br/>30\text{ m}<br/>\]