Pythagorean Theorem

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Pythagorean Theorem?
Back
The Pythagorean Theorem states that in a right triangle, the square of the length of the hypotenuse (c) is equal to the sum of the squares of the lengths of the other two sides (a and b). It can be expressed as: c² = a² + b².
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CCSS.8.G.B.8
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In a right triangle, which side is the hypotenuse?
Back
The hypotenuse is the side opposite the right angle and is always the longest side of the triangle.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If one side of a right triangle is 3 units and the other side is 4 units, what is the length of the hypotenuse?
Back
Using the Pythagorean Theorem: c² = 3² + 4² = 9 + 16 = 25. Therefore, c = √25 = 5 units.
Tags
CCSS.8.G.B.8
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle?
Back
In a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the two shorter sides (legs) equals the square of the longest side (hypotenuse).
Tags
CCSS.8.G.B.8
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If the hypotenuse of a right triangle is 10 units and one leg is 6 units, what is the length of the other leg?
Back
Using the Pythagorean Theorem: c² = a² + b². Here, 10² = 6² + b², so 100 = 36 + b², thus b² = 64, and b = 8 units.
Tags
CCSS.8.G.B.7
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
True or False: The Pythagorean Theorem can only be used for right triangles.
Back
True. The Pythagorean Theorem is applicable only to right triangles.
Tags
CCSS.8.G.B.8
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula to find the length of the diagonal of a rectangle?
Back
The length of the diagonal (d) can be found using the Pythagorean Theorem: d = √(length² + width²).
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CCSS.8.G.B.7
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