Pythagorean Theorem - Is It A Right Triangle

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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The Pythagorean Theorem states that in a right triangle, the square of the length of the hypotenuse (c) is equal to the sum of the squares of the lengths of the other two sides (a and b). It can be expressed as: a² + b² = c².

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What is a right triangle?

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A right triangle is a triangle that has one angle measuring 90 degrees.

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What is the longest side of a right triangle called?

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The longest side of a right triangle is called the hypotenuse.

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If a triangle has sides of lengths 3, 4, and 5, does it form a right triangle?

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Yes, because 3² + 4² = 5² (9 + 16 = 25).

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

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In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

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Can a triangle with sides 7, 24, and 25 be a right triangle?

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Yes, because 7² + 24² = 25² (49 + 576 = 625).

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What does it mean if a triangle does not satisfy the Pythagorean Theorem?

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If a triangle does not satisfy the Pythagorean Theorem, it means that it is not a right triangle.

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What is the formula to check if three lengths can form a right triangle?

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To check if three lengths a, b, and c can form a right triangle, verify if a² + b² = c², where c is the longest side.

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Is the statement 'Side c on a right triangle is ALWAYS the longest' true or false?

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True.

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If a triangle has sides of lengths 8, 15, and 17, does it form a right triangle?

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Yes, because 8² + 15² = 17² (64 + 225 = 289).