What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle?

The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

If a triangle has sides of lengths 8, 15, and 17, is it a right triangle?

Yes, because $$8^2 + 15^2 = 17^2$$ .

What is the Pythagorean theorem used for?

To determine the length of a side in a right triangle.

Can the Pythagorean theorem be used for non-right triangles?

No, it only applies to right triangles.

What is the converse of the Pythagorean theorem?

If $$a^2 + b^2 = c^2$$ , then the triangle is a right triangle.

What is the significance of the Pythagorean theorem in real life?

It is used in construction, navigation, and various fields of science and engineering.

Pythagorean Theorem Flashcards

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What is the name of side 'c' in a right triangle?

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hypotenuse

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What is the formula for the Pythagorean theorem?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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If given three sides of a triangle, we know it's a right triangle if...

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What has this unit been about?

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Pythagorean theorem

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the length of the hypotenuse if the legs are 5 and 12?

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13

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CCSS.8.G.B.7

6.

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What is the length of the missing side if one leg is 9 and the hypotenuse is 15?

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12

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CCSS.8.G.B.7

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In a right triangle, what do we call the two shorter sides?

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legs

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