Pythagorean Theorem

Front

What type of triangle does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to?

Back

Right triangle.

Front

What is the Pythagorean Theorem formula?

Back

a² + b² = c², where c is the hypotenuse.

Front

If a = 9 and b = 40, what is c?

Back

c = 41.

Front

If b = 35 and c = 37, what is a?

Back

a = 12.

Front

Is side c always the longest side in a right triangle?

Back

True.

Front

What does 'hypotenuse' mean?

Back

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

Front

What are the legs of a right triangle?

Back

The two sides that form the right angle.

Front

If a = 6 and b = 8, what is c?

Back

c = 10.

Front

What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle according to the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

The sum of the squares of the legs equals the square of the hypotenuse.

Front

Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse triangles?

Back

No, it only applies to right triangles.