Day 87 - 8.MG.4: Pythagorean Theorem Vocabulary

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What is a set of three positive integers that work in the Pythagorean Theorem?

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Pythagorean Triple

Tags

CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

What are the two sides of a right triangle that form the right angle called?

Back

legs

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What does the term 'angle' represent in geometry?

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A figure formed by two rays with a common endpoint.

Front

The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on which type of triangle?

Back

right triangle

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

The longest side opposite the right angle.

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What is the formula for the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Front

What is the square root of a number?

Back

A value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number.

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CCSS.8.EE.A.2

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What is a right angle?

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An angle that measures exactly 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is the definition of a scalene triangle?

Back

A triangle with all sides of different lengths.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What is the definition of an isosceles triangle?

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A triangle with at least two sides of equal length.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2