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The Pythagorean Theorem Intro Instructional Video

The Pythagorean Theorem Intro Instructional Video

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9th - 10th

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10:46

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15 mins

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2010

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The Pythagorean Theorem Intro

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This video, the first in a series on the Pythagorean theorem, introduces the formula for discovering the measurement of a side of a right triangle. The material is introduced and explained in a straightforward and easy-to-understand manner, making it an excellent tool for introducing this concept.

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