pythagorean Theorem word problems

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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Take the square root.

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

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

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If one leg of a right triangle is 6 feet and the other leg is 8 feet, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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What is the formula to find the distance between two points in a coordinate plane?

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If Jane walks 6 blocks east and Miguel walks 8 blocks north, how far apart are they?

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What does it mean for a triangle to be 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 relationship between the sides of a 3-4-5 triangle?

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How can you check if a triangle is a right triangle using side lengths?

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What is the height of a right triangle if the base is 8 feet and the hypotenuse is 10 feet?

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