M4 · Strategist
Geometry
Pythagoras theorem
Formula
a^2 + b^2 = c^2
Rule
In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse equals the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
Example
3-4-5 and 5-12-13 are common triples.
Tip
The hypotenuse is always the longest side, opposite the right angle.
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Pythagoras theorem