Free Pythagorean theorem worksheet

Find the missing side and explain why.

Practise the Pythagorean theorem with labelled right triangles, a ladder and a ramp. The facilitator guide includes worked solutions and teaching prompts.

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Everything is in one PDF. Print pages 1 to 3 for students. Keep the facilitator guide nearby.

First page of Pythagorean theorem practiceSecond student page: six labelled right triangles and two missing-side calculations
Practice pack + facilitator guide

Pythagorean theorem practice

Six triangle diagrams, two further calculations, three converse checks, two applications, an explanation and an exit ticket.

8 pages: 3 student + 5 facilitator

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Use the pages with your class.

Start with the modelIdentify the side opposite the right angle, then follow the worked example.
Show the workingUse extra paper for calculations. Diagrams are not drawn to scale.
Compare the reasoningUse the guide to check calculations, converse tests and the exit ticket.

A few things to know.

Is this a complete unit plan?

This download is a standalone practice pack with a facilitator guide, not a multi-day unit plan.

Are the answers included?

Yes. The facilitator guide includes solutions for the numbered questions, converse checks and extension example.

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