Question

for the Pythagorean Theorem the legs are the two flat sides of the triangle and the legs are the 2 lines that make the 90 degree angle right???

Answer 1

Basically, yes. I say basically because all 3 sides are flat.

Answer 2

Flat as in straight.

Answer 3

a^2+b^2=c^2

Answer 4

It is sufficient to think of the legs as the sides forming the 90 degree angle.

Answer 5

thanks that diagram really helped :)

Answer 6

thanks to both of you guys

Answer 7

If by flat you mean vertical and horizontal, then yes to the first part also. The hypotenuse is usually drawn as slanted.

Answer 8

your welcome ;)

Answer 9

You're quite welcome and nice working with you.