Solve the problem.The hypotenuse of a right triangle is 8 feet less than three times the shorter leg and the longer leg is 8 feet more than twice the shorter leg. Find the lengths of the three sides of the triangle.

A. 18 ft, 44 ft, 46 ft
B. 20 ft, 48 ft, 52 ft
C. 30 ft, 68 ft, 82 ft
D. 15 ft, 36 ft, 39 ft


Answer: B

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