This math topic focuses on applying the Pythagorean Theorem to three-dimensional scenarios. Specifically, it involves calculating the length of a specific dimension (side BC) in a double triangle setup from a given hypotenuse length (from point A to point D). Students are provided multiple questions with different hypotenuse lengths and must use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for the missing dimension. Each question offers multiple-choice answers. This is part of a broader introduction to the Pythagorean Theorem in three dimensions.
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The distance from point A to point D is 11. What is the length of side BC?