A rectangle is inscribed in the right triangle with sides 5 in., 12 in. and 13 in. . If the two sides of the rectangle are along the legs of the triangle. compute the area of the largest rectangle.

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Section8.5: More Area Relationships In The Circle
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A rectangle is inscribed in the right triangle with sides
5 in., 12 in. and 13 in. . If the two sides of the rectangle are along the legs of the triangle.
compute the area of the largest rectangle.
Transcribed Image Text:A rectangle is inscribed in the right triangle with sides 5 in., 12 in. and 13 in. . If the two sides of the rectangle are along the legs of the triangle. compute the area of the largest rectangle.
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