3.9 The Pythagorean Theorem Flashcards
1
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Hypotenuse
A
In a right triangle, the side opposite the right angle is the Hypotenuse
2
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Leg
A
Each of the sides forming the right angle in a Leg
3
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Pythagorean Theorem
A
The Pythagorean Theorem describes the relationship on the length of the sides of a right triangle.
4
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Conditional
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An if-then statement like “If an animal is a horse, then it has four legs” is called Conditional
5
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Hypothesis
A
The part following if is the hypothesis,
6
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Conclusion
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and the part following then is the Conclusion
7
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Converse
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The Converse of a conditional switches the hypothesis and the Conclusion.
