What is the Pythagorean Theorem?
Pythagorean Theorem Flashcard

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 is expressed as a² + b² = c².
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a Pythagorean triple?
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A Pythagorean triple is a set of three positive integers (a, b, c) that satisfy the equation a² + b² = c².
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Do the sides 12 in, 10 in, and 8 in form a right triangle?
Back
No, they do not form a right triangle.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Do the sides 15 cm, 8 cm, and 17 cm form a right triangle?
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Yes, they form a right triangle.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula to check if three sides can form a right triangle?
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To check if three sides a, b, and c can form a right triangle, verify if a² + b² = c², where c is the longest side.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which set of side lengths does not form a right triangle: 38, 80, 90 or 18, 24, 30?
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The set 38, 80, 90 does not form a right triangle.
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