Notes: Pythagorean Theorem Converse and Inequalities
The Pythagorean Theorem states: If a triangle is a right triangle, then the sum of the squares of the
lengths of the two legs of the triangle is equal to the square of the hypotenuse.
Write the converse: __________________________________________________________________
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In your own words what does the converse let you do?
Tell if the measures can be the side lengths of a triangle. If so, classify the triangle as acute, obtuse, or
right.
A) 8, 11, 13
B) 5,7, 10
C) 5,8, 17
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