In a right-angled triangle, the hypotenuse is:

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A The shortest side
B The longest side
C Equal to the other side
D None of these

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Answer: B. The longest side

Explanation: The hypotenuse is opposite the 90 degree angle. Since 90 degree is the largest possible angle in a right-angled triangle, the hypotenuse must be the longest side.

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In a right-angled triangle, the hypotenuse is:

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