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Unit: Pythagorean theorem

Pythagorean theorem

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Quiz 1

Identify your areas for growth in this lesson:
Pythagorean theorem

Pythagorean theorem application

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Pythagorean theorem and distance between points

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Quiz 2

Identify your areas for growth in these lessons:
Pythagorean theorem application
Pythagorean theorem and distance between points

Pythagorean theorem proofs

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Unit test

Test your understanding of Pythagorean theorem with these 9 questions.

About this unit

The Pythagorean theorem describes a special relationship between the sides of a right triangle. Even the ancients knew of this relationship. In this topic, we’ll figure out how to use the Pythagorean theorem and prove why it works.