Missing Side of a Right Triangle

The video tutorial explains how to find the missing side of a right triangle using the Pythagorean theorem. It presents a problem where two sides of a right triangle are given, and the task is to find the possible lengths of the third side. The solution involves using the Pythagorean theorem to calculate the hypotenuse or one of the legs, depending on the given sides. The tutorial also explores an alternative scenario where the given sides are the hypotenuse and one leg, requiring a different calculation. The video concludes by summarizing the application of the Pythagorean theorem in solving such problems.

What is the relationship between the lengths of the legs and the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

How can you determine if a side can be the hypotenuse of a right triangle?