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Legs (Triangle)
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Two examples of the idea done right—and one common look-alike that is not right.
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Definition
The legs of a triangle are the two sides that are distinct from the base. The specific meaning depends on the type of triangle.
Key points:
Isosceles Triangle: The legs are the two congruent sides.
Right Triangle: The legs are the two sides that form the right angle; the side opposite the right angle is the hypotenuse.
The term “legs” is not generally used for scalene or equilateral triangles.
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