Pythagorean Theorem

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

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

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What are the legs of a right triangle?

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The legs of a right triangle are the two sides that form the right angle. They are usually referred to as side a and side b.

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

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What is the formula to find the length of a missing side in a right triangle?

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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 the hypotenuse is 13 and one leg is 5, what is the length of the other leg?

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What is the significance of the right angle in a right triangle?

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The right angle (90 degrees) is crucial because it defines the triangle as a right triangle, allowing the use of the Pythagorean Theorem.

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Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse or acute triangles?

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No, the Pythagorean Theorem only applies to right triangles.