Understanding the Pythagorean relationship using interactive figures
http://standards.nctm.org/document/eexamples/chap6/6.5/
A lesson plan for Grade 8 Mathematics
About this resource
- Appropriate grades
- 8
- Subjects
- mathematics (geometry)
- Provider
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
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The Pythagorean relationship, a2 + b2 = c2 (where a and b are the lengths of the legs of a right triangle and c is the hypotenuse), can be demonstrated in many ways, including with visual 'proofs' that require little or no symbolism or explanation. The activity in this example presents one dynamic version of a demonstration of this relationship.
E-Math Investigations are selected e-examples from the electronic version of the Principles and Standards of School Mathematics (PSSM). The e-examples are part of the electronic version of the PSSM document. Given their interactive nature and focused discussion tied to the PSSM document, the e-examples are natural companions to the i-Math investigations.
North Carolina Curriculum Alignment
Mathematics (2004)
Grade 8
- Goal 3: Geometry - The learner will understand and use properties and relationships in geometry.
- Objective 3.02: Apply geometric properties and relationships, including the Pythagorean theorem, to solve problems.
