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Khan Academy: Right Triangle Side Lengths Unknown TypeKhan Academy: Right Triangle Side Lengths Unknown Type
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Khan Academy: Right Triangle Side Lengths

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Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine if the given side lengths could form a right triangle, i.e., which set forms a Pythagorean triple. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

pythagorean triples, pythagorean theorem

Classroom Considerations

  • Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
  • The intended use for this resource is Practice

Common Core

8.G.B.6 8.G.B.7 8.G.B.8

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