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Study Notes on the Pythagorean Theorem

The Pythagorean Theorem is a fundamental principle in geometry that relates the lengths of the sides of right-angled triangles, expressed as a² + b² = c². It has various applications in calculating distances, architecture, navigation, and can be extended to 3D geometry. Understanding this theorem is crucial for both theoretical mathematics and practical problem-solving in fields like engineering and computer graphics.

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Study Notes on the Pythagorean Theorem

The Pythagorean Theorem is a fundamental principle in geometry that relates the lengths of the sides of right-angled triangles, expressed as a² + b² = c². It has various applications in calculating distances, architecture, navigation, and can be extended to 3D geometry. Understanding this theorem is crucial for both theoretical mathematics and practical problem-solving in fields like engineering and computer graphics.

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Study Notes on the Pythagorean Theorem

Topic: Pythagorean Theorem


Subject: Mathematics

Introduction: The Pythagorean Theorem is one of the fundamental principles of


geometry and algebra, named after the ancient Greek mathematician Pythagoras. It
specifically applies to right-angled triangles, offering a relationship between the
lengths of the three sides. Understanding this theorem is essential for solving
various mathematical and real-world problems.

Formula: The Pythagorean Theorem states:

𝑎
2

𝑏
+

𝑐
=

2
a
2
+b
2
=c
2

Where:

𝑏
a and

𝑐
b are the lengths of the two legs of the right-angled triangle.

c is the length of the hypotenuse, the side opposite the right angle.
Proof of the Theorem: There are many ways to prove the Pythagorean Theorem,
including geometric proofs, algebraic methods, and using algebraic identities. One
popular method involves rearranging squares within a larger square.

Applications:

Calculating Distance: Used in coordinate geometry to find the distance between two
points.
Real-World Examples: Architecture, construction, navigation, and engineering all
rely on this theorem for accurate measurements.
3D Geometry: The theorem can be extended to three dimensions to calculate the
distance between two points in 3D space using the formula:
d^2 = (x_2 - x_1)^2 + (y_2 - y_1)^2 + (z_2 - z_1)^2 ]

Importance in Mathematics: The Pythagorean Theorem is foundational for trigonometry


and the study of Euclidean geometry. It is a tool used not only in theoretical math
but also in solving real-world practical problems like construction, navigation,
and even computer graphics.

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