Pythagoras

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Introduction

     In the given triangle ABC, ÐA = 90^o. Squares BCDE, ABFG and ACKL are drawn on the sides of the triangle.

Pythagoras Theorem

    In a right angled triangle, the square on the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares on the sides containing the right angle.

Pythagorean Triplets

    If a, b, c are the sides of a right angled triangle so that a² + b² = c².

Summary

     In a right angled triangle, the square on the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares on the sides containing the right angle. In DABC if ÐA = 90^o,  BC²= AB² + AC².

Question and Answers

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