Pythagorean Theorem

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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What type of triangle does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to?

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The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on right triangles.

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What is the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

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The hypotenuse is the longest side of a right triangle, opposite the right angle.

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If one leg of a right triangle is 3 ft and the other leg is 4 ft, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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What is the formula to find the length of a missing side in a right triangle?

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What is a right triangle?

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A right triangle is a triangle that has one angle measuring 90 degrees.

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If the lengths of the legs of a right triangle are 6 ft and 8 ft, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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

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In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

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Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse or acute triangles?

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No, the Pythagorean Theorem only applies to right triangles.

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What is the length of the hypotenuse if one leg is 5 ft and the other leg is 12 ft?

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