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

Front

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

Back

Pythagorean Triple

Front

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

Back

legs

Front

What does the term 'angle' represent in geometry?

Back

A figure formed by two rays with a common endpoint.

Front

The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on which type of triangle?

Back

right triangle

Front

What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

The longest side opposite the right angle.

Front

What is the formula for the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

Front

What is the square root of a number?

Back

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

Front

What is a right angle?

Back

An angle that measures exactly 90 degrees.

Front

What is the definition of a scalene triangle?

Back

A triangle with all sides of different lengths.

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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.