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When does the Pythagorean Theorem come in handy? An intriguing video uses the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems other than simply finding the length of a side of a right triangle. Pupils find the diagonal of a rectangle and the altitude of an isosceles triangle to find the triangle's area.
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Instructional Ideas
- Brainstorm several types of problems that would require the Pythagorean Theorem to solve
Classroom Considerations
- Textbook exercises cover several videos
- Individuals should know how to find the area of a triangle
Pros
- Includes answer keys for the worksheets
- Highlights the importance of using the complete value of the length of a side, instead of just the rounded value when making further calculations
Cons
- None