GCSE Maths Practice: pythagoras-theorem

Question 7 of 10

This question checks the correct statement of Pythagoras' Theorem.

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\( \begin{array}{l}\text{Which statement correctly describes Pythagoras' Theorem?}\end{array} \)

Choose one option:

\( \text{The square of the hypotenuse equals the sum of the squares of the other two sides} \) \( \text{The sum of all three sides is 180 degrees} \) \( \text{The longest side is equal to the sum of the two shorter sides} \) \( \text{The hypotenuse is shorter than either of the other sides} \)

Hypotenuse² = sum of squares of other two sides.

Pythagoras' Theorem defines the relationship between the three sides of a right-angled triangle: the square of the hypotenuse equals the sum of the squares of the other two sides. Understanding this relationship is crucial for solving problems, calculating distances, and verifying triangle properties. Practising the correct statement ensures students can apply the theorem correctly in exams and real-life applications, including architecture, engineering, and navigation problems.

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