Pythagorean Theorem

Front

What is the formula for finding the hypotenuse in a right triangle?

Back

a² + b² = c²

Front

If Jane walks 6 blocks east and Miguel walks 8 blocks north, how many blocks apart are their schools?

Back

10 blocks

Front

The Pythagorean Theorem ONLY works on which type of triangle?

Back

Right triangle

Front

Given a = 2.1, b = 7.2, c = 7.5, is this a right triangle?

Back

Yes

Front

Find the missing side if a = 15 and b = 20. What is c?

Back

25

Front

What does 'c' represent in the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

The length of the hypotenuse.

Front

What are the legs of a right triangle?

Back

The two sides that form the right angle.

Front

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

Back

5

Front

What is the relationship between the sides of a right triangle according to the Pythagorean Theorem?

Back

The square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.

Front

Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used for obtuse triangles?

Back

No, it only applies to right triangles.