Pythagorean Theorem

Front

Which choice represents the legs of a right triangle?

Back

a and b

Front

What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

The longest side in a right triangle.

Front

What letter represents the hypotenuse in the Pythagorean theorem?

Back

c

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

Define the term 'right angle'.

Back

A 90 degree angle.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

Front

What is a right triangle?

Back

A triangle where there is a 90 degree angle.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

Front

State the Pythagorean theorem formula.

Back

a² + b² = c².

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

What do 'a' and 'b' represent in the Pythagorean theorem?

Back

The lengths of the legs of the right triangle.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

In a right triangle, what is the relationship between the sides?

Back

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

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

What is the value of c if a = 3 and b = 4?

Back

c = 5 (using 3² + 4² = 5²).

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

Can the Pythagorean theorem be used for non-right triangles?

Back

No, it only applies to right triangles.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8