Pythagoras Flashcards
1
Q
What is Pythagoras’ Theorem?
A
a^2+ b^2= c^2
2
Q
What is the Pythagoras theorem used for?
A
To find one of the sides of a right-angled triangle.
To determine if a triangle is right-angled.
4
Q
What does this theorem mean?
A
The two shorter sides squared are equal to the hypotenuse (longest, diagonal side) squared.
5
Q
What is a pythagorean triple?
A
When you get whole numbers that obey a^2 + b^2 = c^2
6
Q
What is the only triangle it works with?
A
Right-angled triangle
7
Q
Name some Pythagorean triples
A
- 3,4,5
- 5,12,13
- 7,24,25
- any multiples of these
