Question

Prove the Pythagorean Theorem using similar triangles. The Pythagorean Theorem states that in a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the lengths of the legs of the triangle equals the squared length of the hypotenuse. Be sure to create and name the appropriate geometric figures. This figure does not need to be submitted.

Answer 1

two similar triangles is either a square or a rectangle

Answer 2

a square or rectangle cut in half sideways = right triangle

Answer 3

@nincompoop ok

Answer 4

the rest should naturally follow

Answer 5

sorry i dont understand @nincompoop

Answer 6

try drawing it

Answer 7

@nincompoop ok

Answer 8

Here is a proof for the Pythagorean Theorem. I don't know if it is exactly what you need but the proof is valid.
http://www.1728.org/pytproof.htm