Year 8 Mathematics / Pythagoras' Theorem
Finding the Hypotenuse
Use Pythagoras' theorem to calculate the hypotenuse when both shorter sides are known, expressing answers as exact values or rounded decimals.
Syllabus area
Measurement and Space
Focus
Develop Pythagoras fluency as the direct prerequisite for Year 9 working with triangles and trigonometric ratios.
You can jump straight to the Mastery Quiz whenever you are ready.
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