Mathematics
In the right-angled triangle QPR. PM is an altitude.
Given that QR = 8 cm and MQ = 3.5 cm, calculate the value of PR.
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Answer
In △PQR and △MPR,
∠QPR = ∠PMR = 90°
∠PRQ = ∠PRM (Common)
∴ △PQR ~ △MPR [By AA]
Since, corresponding sides of similar triangle are proportional to each other.
Hence, PR = 6 cm.
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