Pythagoras' theorem (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards

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Pythagoras' theorem
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What does Pythagoras' theorem find?

Missing side length in right-angled triangle

Name for longest side in right-angled triangle

Hypotenuse

Pythagoras' theorem formula

a2+b2=c2a^2 + b^2 = c^2 where cc is longest side

Is Pythagoras' formula given in the exam?

No, must memorise it

3 requirements to use Pythagoras' theorem

Right-angled triangle, 2 known sides, 1 missing side

Symbol showing right angle in triangle

Square symbol in corner

Which variable represents the hypotenuse?

cc (the longest side)

Finding shorter side: how to rearrange formula?

Subtract: x2=c2a2x^2 = c^2 - a^2

4 real-world contexts for Pythagoras' theorem

Ramps, flagpoles, ladders, building structures

Calculator button to find squares

x2x^2 button

Calculator button to find square roots

x\sqrt{x} button

Key exam tip for Pythagoras questions

Show every step of working clearly

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