Difference between revisions of "1959 AHSME Problems/Problem 7"

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If we let <math>a=3</math> and <math>d=1</math>, then we will get a <math>3</math>-<math>4</math>-<math>5</math> triangle, which is a right triangle. So, the answer is <math>\boxed{\textbf{(D)}3:1}</math>.
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If we let <math>a=3</math> and <math>d=1</math>, then we will get a <math>3</math>-<math>4</math>-<math>5</math> triangle, which is a right triangle. So, the answer is <math>\boxed{\textbf{(D)} \ 3:1}</math>.

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Solution

If we let $a=3$ and $d=1$, then we will get a $3$-$4$-$5$ triangle, which is a right triangle. So, the answer is $\boxed{\textbf{(D)} \ 3:1}$.