After Joining Two Pieces of Picture Frame Molding Together, a Frame

question 31

Multiple Choice

After joining two pieces of picture frame molding together, a frame maker checks her work by making a diagonal measurement (see the illustration) . If the sides of the frame that form a right angle are a = 8 in.and b = 15 in., what measurement should the frame maker read on the yardstick?

• A) 17 in.
• B) \(25\) in.
• C) 21 in.
• D) 23 in.
• E) \(15\) in.

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