8-1 The Pythagorean Theorem and its Converse
DODEA Standard
G.1.1: Demonstrate understanding by identifying and giving examples of undefined terms, axioms, theorems, and inductive and deductive reasoning;
G.2.2: Use the triangle angle sum theorem and/or the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse, to solve simple triangle problems and justify results;
Objective
To use the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse
G.1.1: Demonstrate understanding by identifying and giving examples of undefined terms, axioms, theorems, and inductive and deductive reasoning;
G.2.2: Use the triangle angle sum theorem and/or the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse, to solve simple triangle problems and justify results;
Objective
To use the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse
Pythagoras of Samos
For an account of his life, watch Genius: Pythagoras. The Proof: from Nova Online Cut The Knot: An explanation with 100 proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem |
TEXT INFORMATION
Prentice Hall Geometry
Pages 491 - 495 Key Concepts
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Required Algebra 1 Concepts
Simplify radicals
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VIDEO LESSON
NOTES & IN-CLASS WORK
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