1. What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

The Pythagorean Theorem is a fundamental principle in geometry that states that in a right-angled triangle, the square of the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right angle) is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Pythagorean Theorem formula:

Where:

• \( c \) — Hypotenuse (longest side)
• \( a \) — One of the shorter sides
• \( b \) — The other shorter side

Explanation: The calculator converts feet and inches to total feet, performs the calculation, then converts the result back to feet and inches format.

3. Importance of Pythagorean Theorem

Details: This theorem is essential in various fields including construction, navigation, engineering, and computer graphics for calculating distances and dimensions in right-angled triangles.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the lengths of the two shorter sides in feet and inches. The calculator will compute the hypotenuse length in feet and inches format.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Can I use this calculator for metric measurements?
A: This calculator is specifically designed for feet and inches. For metric measurements, use a standard Pythagorean calculator.

Q2: What if I have measurements in feet only?
A: Simply enter the feet value and set inches to 0 for that side.

Q3: How accurate is the calculation?
A: The calculation is mathematically precise. The result is rounded to two decimal places for inches.

Q4: Can this calculator handle decimal inches?
A: Yes, you can enter decimal values for inches (e.g., 5.5 inches).

Q5: What's the maximum value this calculator can handle?
A: The calculator can handle very large values, but practical construction measurements rarely exceed 100 feet.