Pythagorean Theorem

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What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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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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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What are the sides of a right triangle called?

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The sides of a right triangle are called the 'legs' (the two shorter sides) and the 'hypotenuse' (the longest side opposite the right angle).

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If one leg of a right triangle is 4 units and the other leg is 10 units, what is the length of the hypotenuse?

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CCSS.8.G.B.7

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How do you find the length of one leg if you know the hypotenuse and the other leg?

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CCSS.8.G.B.7

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What is the distance formula in coordinate geometry?

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.7

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What is the relationship between the sides of a 3-4-5 triangle?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the hypotenuse of a right triangle with legs measuring 5 m and 12 m?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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How can the Pythagorean Theorem be applied in real life?

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The Pythagorean Theorem can be used in various real-life situations, such as determining the distance across a rectangular field or the height of a tree using shadows.

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the formula for the area of a right triangle?

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CCSS.6.G.A.1