Proving the Pythagorean Theorem
Grade 7•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can demonstrate a proof of the Pythagorean Theorem using geometric diagrams and algebraic manipulation.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Define the hypotenuse of a right triangle and explain how to identify it.
2. State the Pythagorean Theorem and explain what each variable (a, b, c) represents.
3. A right triangle has legs of length 6 cm and 8 cm. What is the length of the hypotenuse?
...and 4 more questions
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