1. 8-2 The Pythagorean Theorem
Vocab
The Pythagorean Theorem: The way to find the sides of a right triangle
Pythagorean Triple: A set of 3 numbers that satisfies the Pythagorean Theorem

2. Using the Pythagorean Theorem
Ex 1: Solve for c
Ex 2: Solve for a

3. Using a Pythagorean Triple
Ex 3: Are these numbers a Pythagorean Triple: 3,4,5
Ex 4: Are these numbers a Pythagorean Triple: 6,8,11

4. Classifying Triangles
If a2+b2>c2 the triangle is acute
If a2+b2<c2 the triangle is obtuse
Determine whether each set of measures can be the measures of the sides of a triangle. If so, classify the triangle as acute, obtuse, or right. Justify your answer.
Ex 5: 30, 40, 50
Ex 6: 7, 14, 16

5. Word problem
Ex 7: A football field is 120 yards by 50 yards. If the coach said you have to run diagonal sprints across the field, how far are you actually running?

6. Classwork/Homework
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