Pythagorean Theorem Basics

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To which shape(s) does the Pythagorean theorem apply?

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Right triangles only

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the formula for finding the hypotenuse?

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a² + b² = c²

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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4² = ?

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16

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CCSS.6.EE.A.1

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The Pythagorean Theorem is a² + b³ = c⁴. True or False?

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False

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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The legs of a right triangle form what type of angle?

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Right

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

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The lengths of the legs of a right triangle.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What does 'c' represent in the Pythagorean theorem?

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The length of the hypotenuse.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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If one leg of a right triangle is 3 and the other leg is 4, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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5 (using the formula: 3² + 4² = 5²)

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle according to the Pythagorean theorem?

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The sum of the squares of the legs equals the square of the hypotenuse.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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

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No, it only applies to right triangles.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8