Pythagorean Theorem

8th GradeMath50 min

aligned to Florida Best

Learning Objective

I can use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the missing side length of a right triangle.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Pythagoras Theorem Introduction Lesson: Explained in minutes

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Guided Notes

10 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • The hypotenuse is the longest side of a right-angled triangle.

  • The formula for the Pythagorean Theorem is a² + b² = , where c is the hypotenuse.

  • We can use the Pythagorean Theorem to find the length of one of the sides of a right triangle.

Practice

15 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

A right triangle has a hypotenuse of 10 meters and one leg of 8 meters. Find the length of the other leg. Show all work.

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