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In triangle ABC, if BC is the hypotenuse, then r2+r3=
MathematicsProperties of TrianglesTS EAMCETTS EAMCET 2022 (18 Jul Shift 1)
Options:
  • A r1+r
  • B a
  • C r-r1
  • D 2R+r
Solution:
2355 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: a

Since, BC is the hypotenuse, so triangle is right-angled at A, therefore A=π2.

Now, we have,

r2+r3=Δs-b+Δs-c

=Δ2s-b-cs-bs-c×ss-ass-a

=Δass-aΔ2

=ass-aΔ

=atanA2=atan45°=a

A=π2

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