Pythagorean theorem extensions

This report expresses some of the recent research surrounding the Pythagorean Theorem and Pythagorean triples. Topics discussed include applications of the Pythagorean Theorem relating to recursion methods, acute and obtuse triangles, Pythagorean triangles in squares, as well as Pythagorean boxes. A...

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Main Author: Lau, Christina, 1987-
Format: Others
Language:English
Published: 2012
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/2152/ETD-UT-2011-08-3839
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Summary:This report expresses some of the recent research surrounding the Pythagorean Theorem and Pythagorean triples. Topics discussed include applications of the Pythagorean Theorem relating to recursion methods, acute and obtuse triangles, Pythagorean triangles in squares, as well as Pythagorean boxes. A short discussion on the depth of the Pythagorean Theorem taught in secondary schools is also included. === text