Pythagorean Leg Calculator: 15 units Hypotenuse (c); 3 units Known Leg

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Last updatedFebruary 22, 2026

PublishedFebruary 22, 2026

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15 units Hypotenuse (c); 3 units Known Leg converts to

14.696938 units

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Input: 15 units Hypotenuse (c); 3 units Known Leg

Output: 14.696938 units

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Pythagorean Leg Calculator

Calculate a missing right-triangle leg from hypotenuse and the other leg using a = √(c² - b²).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pythagorean Leg Calculator, formulas, and expected usage.

What does the Pythagorean Leg Calculator calculator do?

It helps with solving right triangles when one leg and the hypotenuse are known.

What formula does the Pythagorean Leg Calculator calculator use?

Missing leg = √(hypotenuse² - known leg²).

What inputs are valid?

Hypotenuse must be greater than the known leg, and lengths cannot be negative.

When would I use this?

solving right triangles when one leg and the hypotenuse are known

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