Math Problem Statement

The sides of a triangle are in the ratio 3 : 4 : 5 . State whether the triangle is right angled or not.

Solution

Yes, the triangle is a right-angled triangle.

A triangle with sides in the ratio 3:4:5 is a Pythagorean triple, which satisfies the Pythagorean theorem: a2+b2=c2a^2 + b^2 = c^2 where aa, bb, and cc are the sides of the triangle, and cc is the hypotenuse.

For the ratio 3:4:5, we can check if it satisfies the Pythagorean theorem:

32+42=523^2 + 4^2 = 5^2 9+16=259 + 16 = 25 Since both sides of the equation are equal, this confirms that the triangle is a right-angled triangle.

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Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. What are other common Pythagorean triples?
  2. How can the Pythagorean theorem be used to find the hypotenuse of any triangle?
  3. How do you determine the area of a right-angled triangle?
  4. Can you generalize the Pythagorean theorem for non-right-angled triangles?
  5. How would the triangle change if the sides were doubled but maintained the same ratio?

Tip: The 3:4:5 triangle is one of the most common right-angled triangles, often used in construction for ensuring perfect right angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Pythagorean Theorem
Triangles

Formulas

a^2 + b^2 = c^2 (Pythagorean Theorem)

Theorems

Pythagorean Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8