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Exploring the Pythagorean Theorem

Question 4 • SRC 2022 M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra Q1

Which set of side lengths is a Pythagorean triple?

Answer
A
1, 3, 10
B
4, 5, 9
C
9, 40, 41
D
16, 30, 44

Explanation

For a Pythagorean triple, the squares of the two shorter sides must add to the square of the longest side. For 9, 40, and 41, 9² + 40² = 81 + 1,600 = 1,681, and 41² = 1,681. Therefore, 9, 40, 41 is a Pythagorean triple.

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