Pythagorean Theorem Checkpoint

Front

What are the legs of a right triangle called?

Back

Sides a and b are called legs.

Front

Which type of triangle does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to?

Back

The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on right triangles.

Front

What do you do with a² and b² to find c in a right triangle?

Back

You ADD a² and b², then take the square root to find c.

Front

What letter represents the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

c

Front

When do we use the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

To find the missing length of a right triangle.

Front

What is the formula for the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

a² + b² = c²

Front

If a = 3 and b = 4, what is c?

Back

c = 5 (since 3² + 4² = 5²).

Front

What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle?

Back

The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

Front

Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse triangles?

Back

No, it only applies to right triangles.

Front

What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

The longest side opposite the right angle.