Apply the Pythagorean theorem to find the missing length ex 3

The video tutorial explains how to apply the Pythagorean theorem to find a missing length in a right triangle. It begins by identifying the hypotenuse and setting up the equation using fractions. The instructor then demonstrates solving the equation by subtracting and simplifying terms. Finally, the process of finding the square root to determine the missing length is covered, including breaking down square roots into simpler components.

What is the first step in applying the Pythagorean theorem to a right triangle?

• Measure the angles of the triangle

• Identify the two legs of the triangle

• Calculate the area of the triangle

• Identify the hypotenuse

When squaring a fraction, what must you do to both the numerator and the denominator?

• Divide them by two

• Multiply them by two

• Square them

• Add them together

How do you solve for a missing length once you have set up the equation using the Pythagorean theorem?

• Add the lengths of the two legs

• Multiply the lengths of the two legs

• Subtract the smaller length from the larger length

• Take the square root of both sides of the equation

What is the largest square number that divides into 8?

• 2

• 4

• 8

• 16

What is the result of simplifying the square root of 8 divided by 64?

• 1/4

• 1/8

• 1/16

• 1/2