If you label the side lengths of the equilateral triangle 2, 2, and 2, how can this help you remember the ratios of side lengths in the 30º-60º-90º triangle?

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

Well my picture is not the best but every angle you need is there. 30/60/90

anonymous · Answer

U can get the 3rd sides length by using the mighty Pythagoras theorem

anonymous · Answer

how would I  answer the question in words?

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@Andras

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

The 30/60/90 triangle appears with sides 1, $$\sqrt{3}$$, 2

anonymous · Answer

You only need to draw one extra line

anonymous · Answer

so what would I write in words, 
Id say it will help because why?

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@Andras

anonymous · Answer

I know! Sorry had to think it through

anonymous · Answer

The ratio will be 1,Sqrt(3),2 and this is clearly visible from this special triangle