Pythagorean Theorem

Front

What type of triangle does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to?

Back

Right triangle.

Front

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

Back

True.

Front

Solve for c in the right triangle where a = 5 and b = 12.

Back

c = 13.

Front

What is the correct formula for the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

a² + b² = c².

Front

What is the longest side of a right triangle called?

Back

Hypotenuse.

Front

If a = 6 and c = 10, what is b?

Back

b = 8.

Front

What does the Pythagorean Theorem help to find in a right triangle?

Back

The length of a side.

Front

In the equation a² + b² = c², what do a and b represent?

Back

The lengths of the legs of the triangle.

Front

Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse triangles?

Back

No, it only applies to right triangles.

Front

If a triangle has sides of lengths 3, 4, and 5, is it a right triangle?

Back

Yes, it satisfies the Pythagorean Theorem.