The Pythagorean Theorem
Grade 6•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can use the Pythagorean theorem to calculate the length of the sides in a right triangle.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 2 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. A right triangle has one leg measuring 5 units and the other leg measuring 12 units. Calculate the length of the hypotenuse.
2. A rectangular garden has a diagonal that measures 10 meters. If one side of the garden is 6 meters long, how long is the other side? Use the Pythagorean theorem to find your answer.
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