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dukedadon:

Write a real-world scenario where the Pythagorean Theorem can be applied to find a missing piece. You may choose to write a problem that is two- or three-dimensional in nature. Be sure that you will be able to draw a diagram of your scenario.

yummyppl:

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dukedadon:

? i don't understand

yummyppl:

u come up wit the #s and label the then find the hypotunuse

Timmyspu:

Well what is something you see everyday in your life that you may live in that has a triangle in it. Such as a house or other buildings with triangles. Also do not forget the Pythagorean theorem is a2+b2=c2

yummyppl:

tru tru

Timmyspu:

Also what kind of diagram could you make/use to have the Pythagorean theorem in it?

yummyppl:

@timmyspu wrote:
Also what kind of diagram could you make/use to have the Pythagorean theorem in it?
y u so smart

dukedadon:

he has the human calculator tittle, im sure his thrive section is mathematics.

dukedadon:

will this wor

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yummyppl:

yes

Timmyspu:

It looks like it would, also do you know how to use the Pythagorean theorem in your diagram?

dukedadon:

@timmyspu wrote:
It looks like it would, also do you know how to use the Pythagorean theorem in your diagram?
yes, i do (:

Timmyspu:

Alright so do you understand how to do it now?

Timmyspu:

I think you have it down because in your diagram it does look like a real world situation. Also you know how to use the Pythagorean theorem. So I think you know how to do this.

dukedadon:

Yes, i have a clear understanding now, thank you.

Timmyspu:

No problem! If you need help just make sure to post your question .

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