1. Chapter 3: Solving Equations
Section 9 – Pythagorean Theorem

2. Objectives I can use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
I can use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine if a triangle is a right triangle

3. Vocabulary Leg Hypotenuse Converse of a conditional statement Example
The two sides of a right triangle that form a right angle
The longest side of a right triangle opposite of the right angle
A conditional statement is an “If…, then” statement.
The converse is switching the if and then parts around.
Example
Write the converse to:
“If it’s raining, then Han will not go hunting.”

4. Notes Part 1: Solving Problems

5. Part 1: Solving Problems

6. Part 2: Identifying Right Triangles

7. CAN YOU?? PROVE IT!!
I can use the Pythagorean Theorem to solve problems
I can use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine if a triangle is a right triangle