Pythagoras theorem Flashcards
1
Q
What is the first step in problem solving for Pythagoras theorem?
A
Redraw triangles and shapes with correct orientation and correctly labelled.
2
Q
What is an isosceles triangle?
A
A triangle with two same sides.
3
Q
What is an isosceles right triangle?
A
An isosceles triangle with a right angle.
4
Q
For which triangles are we allowed to use Pythagoras?
A
Only right triangles.
5
Q
How do we know when we CANNOT solve the Pythagoras formula?
A
When we are missing 2 out of 3 variables
6
Q
How do we know where c and a and b go on our triangle?
A
c is always the hypotenuse and the largest side or opposite the right angle
