Super Pythagorean Theorem Flashcards
1
Q
What is the regular Pythagorean Theorem?
A
a ^2 + b ^2 = c ^2
ONLY WORKS FOR RIGHT TRIANGLES
2
Q
When do you use the Super Pythagorean Theorem?
A
Whenever you have a rectangular solid - like a 3D rectangle and you need to calculate the length of the longest diagonal inside of the rectangle
3
Q
What is the Super Pythagorean Theorem?
A
a ^2 + b ^2 + c ^2 = d ^2
and you use it for calculating the diagonal inside a 3D rectangle