Finding Distance on a Graph Using the Pythagorean Theorem and the Distance Formula
The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to solve a distance problem on the coordinate plane. The same problem is also solved using the distance formula.
Practical Problem: Height of a Stack of Pipes
The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to solve problems involving rectangles and circle. A practical problem involves finding the height of a stack of pipes.
Pythagorean Theorem, The
The Pythagorean Theorem is a formula that describes the relationship between the three sides of a right triangle: a2 b2 = c2.
Practical Problem: Length of the Longest Object
The Pythagorean Theorem is used to calculate the length of the longest item that will fit into a suitcase.
Practical Problem: How Much Time is Saved
A practical problem is demonstrated using the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the amount of time a jogger can save by using the shortest distance between the starting and ending points of the course run. The problem can also be solved using the rat...
Practical Problem: Can the Truck Fit Under the Underpass?
The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to solve problems involving the radius of a pipe. A practical problem involves finding the height of a truck that is carrying a stack of pipes.
Practical Problem: Where to Place the Braces
The Pythagorean Theorem is used to calculate where the braces should be placed to hang a store's sign so that the bottom falls six inches above the door.
Finding the Length of the Third Side of a Right Triangle
The Pythagorean Theorem can also be used to determine the length of the hypotenuse given the length of the legs, or the length of a leg given the length of the hypotenuse and the other leg. The formula is demonstrated for both purposes.
Practical Problem: Diameter of a Log
The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to find the diameter of a circle. A practical problem involves finding the smallest log that can be cut to yield a square beam of a given size.
Triangles: Closer Look at Isosceles Triangles, A
This clip focuses on isosceles triangles, explaining that the equal sides are called the legs, while the remaining side is called the base. The clip notes that the base angles have the same measure, adding that, "Â…this feature of an isosceles trian...