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min perimeter of right triangle with integer sides

Source: (2021-) 2022 XV 15th Dürer Math Competition Finals Day 2 E9

December 12, 2022
geometryperimeterGeometric Inequalities

Problem Statement

Every side of a right triangle is an integer when measured in cm, and the difference between the hypotenuse and one of the legs is 7575 cm. What is the smallest possible value of its perimeter?