It tells us one side of a right triangle given the other two.
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In mathematics, the Pythagorean theorem, also known as Pythagoras's theorem, is a relation in Euclidean geometry among the three sides of a right triangle. It states that the square of the hypotenuse (the side opposite the right angle) is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
Pythagoras was noted for his contributions to religious teachings and his philosophy. However his biggest accomplishment was noted as being the Pythagorean theorem in mathematics of which was named after him. The Pythagorean theorem represents the three sides of a right angle triangle.
the standard form of the Pythagorean Theorem is :a2 + b2 = c2
The Pythagorean theorem is a2 + b2 = c2
The Pythagorean theorem gets its name from the ancient Greek mathematician Pythagoras. He was one of the first to offer proof of the theorem.