Math Problem Statement

The diagram shows Squares D, E, and F joined at vertices to form a right triangle. The sum of the areas of Square D and Square E is equal to the area of Square F.

Solution

The diagram shows a classical right triangle formed by squares at the vertices of the triangle. Based on the image, the squares are labeled DD, EE, and FF, where FF is adjacent to both DD and EE.

This is related to the Pythagorean theorem, which states that for a right triangle, the sum of the areas of the squares on the two shorter sides (here, squares DD and EE) is equal to the area of the square on the hypotenuse (here, square FF).

Mathematically, if the side lengths of squares DD, EE, and FF are dd, ee, and ff, respectively, then the Pythagorean theorem tells us:

d2+e2=f2d^2 + e^2 = f^2

Since the area of a square is the side length squared, this directly means:

Area of square D+Area of square E=Area of square F\text{Area of square } D + \text{Area of square } E = \text{Area of square } F

Thus, the correct statement is that the sum of the areas of Square D and Square E is equal to the area of Square F.

Would you like further details on how the Pythagorean theorem applies here or any other clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How is the Pythagorean theorem used to relate the sides of a right triangle?
  2. Can the Pythagorean theorem be applied to any triangle, or only specific types?
  3. How do we compute the area of a square given its side length?
  4. What real-world applications can you find where the Pythagorean theorem is useful?
  5. How can you visually verify the Pythagorean theorem with geometric shapes like squares?

Tip: Whenever dealing with right triangles, remember that the Pythagorean theorem always relates the sides of the triangle, giving you a powerful tool to connect geometry and algebra.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Right Triangles
Areas of Squares

Formulas

Area of a square = side^2
Pythagorean theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9