Theorem. In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the legs.
Evidence. Let Δ ABC be rectangular and ∠ ABC be straight.
Let us draw the height BD from the vertex B of the right angle. By definition cosine of an angle
Add the resulting equality by term:
The theorem is proved.
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Planometry
Terms: Planometry