Labeling Sides of Right Triangles

Front

What is the definition of the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

The hypotenuse is the longest side of a right triangle, opposite the right angle.

Front

From ∠D, what side is OG?

Back

Opposite

Front

From ∠A, what side is BC?

Back

Opposite

Front

From ∠G, what side is OG?

Back

Adjacent

Tags

CCSS.8.G.A.5

Front

From ∠C, what side is AC?

Back

Hypotenuse

Front

From ∠G, what side is DG?

Back

Hypotenuse

Front

What is the definition of the adjacent side in a right triangle?

Back

The adjacent side is the side next to the angle in question, excluding the hypotenuse.

Tags

CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

Front

What is the definition of the opposite side in a right triangle?

Back

The opposite side is the side opposite the angle in question.

Front

In a right triangle, how do you identify the hypotenuse?

Back

The hypotenuse is always opposite the right angle and is the longest side.

Front

If angle A is 30 degrees, what is the relationship between the sides?

Back

The side opposite angle A is shorter than the hypotenuse and longer than the side adjacent to angle A.

Tags

CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10