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Pythagorean Theorem — Test

Question 2 • Foundations of Math 1

In an isosceles triangle, the longest side measures c units. The other sides of the triangle measure A units. Which equation can be used to determine if the triangle is a right triangle?

Answer
A
2 A squared is equal to c squared
B
A squared is equal to c squared
C
A to the 4th power is equal to c squared
D
2 A is equal to c

Explanation

For a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the two shorter sides equals the square of the longest side. Both shorter sides measure A, so A² + A² = c², or 2A² = c². This is the equation in choice A.

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