What this lesson teaches
Pythagorean theorem.
Can you finish pythagoras square proof in about 35 min?
You will pythagorean theorem.
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Pythagorean theorem.
A visual, dissection proof of Pythagoras's theorem creates understanding of WHY the theorem is true — not just that it is. Students who understand the proof are significantly more flexible in applying the theorem to non-standard right-triangle situations.
1. Draw right triangle. 2. Draw square on each side. 3. Cut squares. 4. Show a2+b2=c2.