Let's Prove the Pythagorean Theorem

Students will use Triangle Similarity to derive the proof of the Pythagorean Theorem and apply this method to develop the idea of the geometric mean with respect to the relationships in right triangles.
Resource ID#: 71812 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Mathematics
Grade Level(s): 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office, GeoGebra Free Software (Download the Free GeoGebra Software)
Instructional Time: 55 Minute(s)
Resource supports reading in content area:Yes
Freely Available: Yes
Keywords: The Pythagorean Theorem, similar triangles, similarity, right triangle, geometric mean, altitude, corresponding parts, proof.
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Formative Assessment,  Student Center Activity,  Learning Goal
Resource Collection: FCR-STEMLearn Geometry

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