Math Problem Statement

Use the diagram above to determine which group of side lengths would form a right triangle.

Solution

The question asks to determine which group of side lengths would form a right triangle based on the given diagram. Using the Pythagorean Theorem, a2+b2=c2a^2 + b^2 = c^2, we can test each group of side lengths.

Let's evaluate each option:

1. 20,21,2920, 21, 29

  • 202+212=29220^2 + 21^2 = 29^2?
  • 400+441=841400 + 441 = 841
  • 841=841841 = 841: Correct

2. 7,24,277, 24, 27

  • 72+242=2727^2 + 24^2 = 27^2?
  • 49+576=62549 + 576 = 625
  • 625729625 \neq 729: Incorrect

3. 11,32,3411, 32, 34

  • 112+322=34211^2 + 32^2 = 34^2?
  • 121+1024=1156121 + 1024 = 1156
  • 114511561145 \neq 1156: Incorrect

4. 12,35,3712, 35, 37

  • 122+352=37212^2 + 35^2 = 37^2?
  • 144+1225=1369144 + 1225 = 1369
  • 1369=13691369 = 1369: Correct

5. 8,15,198, 15, 19

  • 82+152=1928^2 + 15^2 = 19^2?
  • 64+225=28964 + 225 = 289
  • 289361289 \neq 361: Incorrect

Correct Answers:

  • 20,21,2920, 21, 29
  • 12,35,3712, 35, 37

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Here are five additional questions you might find interesting:

  1. How does the Pythagorean Theorem apply to non-right triangles?
  2. Can irrational numbers form a Pythagorean triple?
  3. What are primitive Pythagorean triples, and how are they generated?
  4. How does the Pythagorean Theorem extend to three dimensions (e.g., a rectangular prism)?
  5. How is the Pythagorean Theorem used in real-world applications?

Tip: When working with the Pythagorean Theorem, always verify calculations carefully, as small errors can make a big difference!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Pythagorean Theorem
Right Triangle Properties
Geometry

Formulas

a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10