Pythagorean Theorem

The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on which triangle?

• obtuse

• scalene

• isosceles

• right

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

What side(s) will always be the longest on a right triangle?

• The Hypotenuse

• Leg A

• Leg B

• The Right Angle

What is the relationship between the sides in the Pythagorean Theorem shown?

Hint: Think about when the hypotenuse is missing!

• a + b = c

• a² + b² = c²

• a² – b² = c²

• a – b = c

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Do three squares with side lengths of 6, 12, and 13 form a right triangle?

• Yes
• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

How long is the hypotenuse of this triangle?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Is this a right triangle?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Is this a right triangle?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Is this a right triangle?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Is a triangle with side lengths of 12, 9, and 15 a right triangle?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

Is a triangle with side lengths of 7, 4, and 4 a right triangle?

• Yes

• No

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CCSS.8.G.B.8