Pythagorean Theorem

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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What type of triangle does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to?

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The Pythagorean Theorem only applies to right triangles.

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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 right triangle has sides of length 3 and 4, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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Which set of sides can form a right triangle? 4, 5, 6 or 5, 12, 13?

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What is a leg in a right triangle?

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A leg in a right triangle refers to either of the two sides that form the right angle.

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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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If a right triangle has side lengths 6, 8, and x, what is the value of x if x is the hypotenuse?

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What is the formula for finding the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

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Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse triangles?

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No, the Pythagorean Theorem cannot be used for obtuse triangles.