How to Master the Pythagorean Theorem and Right Triangles
45-45-90 triangle: This is an isosceles right triangle where the two legs are congruent, and the hypotenuse is \(\sqrt{2}\) times the length of one leg. 30-60-90 triangle: In this triangle, the sides are in the ratio of \(1: \sqrt{3}: 2\), with the smallest side opposite the \(30^\circ\) angle and the longest side being the hypotenuse. […]
How to Use Pythagorean Theorem Converse: Is This a Right Triangle?
The Pythagorean Theorem is a fundamental concept in geometry that relates to the sides of a right triangle. It states that the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. While the Pythagorean Theorem is widely known and used to find missing side lengths in right […]
