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Proving and Using the Pythagorean Theorem

Proving and Using the Pythagorean Theorem 589 281 joshua
Here we will look at one of the most important equations in geometry: the Pythagorean Theorem. We will begin by defining the Pythagorean Theorem and then we will demonstrate a short proof. Finally, we will look at two examples of how we might use the the Pythagorean Theorem in a real-world context. read more

Area and Perimeter of Polygons

Area and Perimeter of Polygons 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

Perimeter of polygons: The perimeter of a polygon is the sum of all sides of its sides. i.e. the perimeter is the distance around the polygon. In the following figure,…

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Algebra: How to do Vector Addition

Algebra: How to do Vector Addition 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

A Vector is a quantity which has both magnitude and direction. Example: Force, velocity, momentum etc. A vector is represented by a directed line segment. If the vector has the…

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Properties of a Triangle

Properties of a Triangle 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

Triangle: A triangle is a closed curve which is formed by 3 line segments. The line segments by which the triangle is formed are called sides of the triangle. The…

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Geometry: Congruent Triangles

Geometry: Congruent Triangles 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

Two triangles are said to be congruent when the corresponding angles and the corresponding sides in both the triangles are same. i.e. both the triangles look like same, but one…

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Geometry: An Introduction to Triangles

Geometry: An Introduction to Triangles 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

A triangle is a closed curve which is formed by 3 line segments. The line segments by which the triangle is formed are called sides of the triangle. The points…

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Geometry: Understanding the Pythagoras Theorem

Geometry: Understanding the Pythagoras Theorem 150 150 SchoolTutoring Academy

Years ago, a mathematician namely Pythagoras stated a theorem on right angles triangles. Hence the theorem is named as Pythagoras theorem. Pythagoras theorem states that “In a right angled triangle,…

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