What is the Pythagorean theorem

What is the Pythagorean theorem

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the Pythagorean theorem, which applies to right triangles. It describes the sides of a right triangle, with the hypotenuse being opposite the right angle. The theorem states that the sum of the squares of the two legs equals the square of the hypotenuse. The video also introduces the use of variables a, b, and c to represent the lengths of the sides, emphasizing that the theorem only holds for right triangles.

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What does the Pythagorean theorem state about right triangles?

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How do you represent the lengths of the legs and hypotenuse using variables in the Pythagorean theorem?

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Can you explain the relationship between the legs and the hypotenuse in a right triangle according to the Pythagorean theorem?

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What is the condition for the Pythagorean theorem to be applicable?

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Summarize the Pythagorean theorem in your own words.

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