Right Triangles and Trigonometry

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  What is the Converse of the Pythagorean Theorem?

  The converse of the Pythagorean Theorem is like the the Pythagorean Theorem in reverse. You can use it both forward and backward! Not all theorems work this way, but the Pythagorean Theorem does! This tutorial will show you how to use both the Pythagorean Theorem and its converse.

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  What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

  The Pythagorean theorem is a very popular theorem that shows a special relationship between the sides of a right triangle. In this tutorial, you'll get introduced to the Pythagorean theorem and see how it's used to solve for a missing length on a right triangle!

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  What is the Sine Ratio?

  The sine ratio is a handy ratio when you're dealing with right triangles! In this tutorial, you'll learn what the sine ratio is and how to use it to find angle measurements in a right triangle.

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  What is the Tangent Ratio?

  There are several different ratios you can make from the sides of a right triangle. One of them is the tangent ratio. Watch this tutorial to add the tangent ratio to your right triangle tool box!

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  How Do You Solve a Problem Using an Angle of Elevation?

  This tutorial provides a great real world application of math. You'll see how to use the tangent ratio to find the height of a hill. Take a look!

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  How Do You Solve a Problem Using an Angle of Depression?

  Trigonometric ratios help you solve all kinds of real-world math problems. Check out this tutorial to see how to solve problems that deal with angles of depression!

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  What is a 45°-45°-90° Triangle?

  A 45-45-90 triangle is a special right triangle with some very special characteristics. If you have a 45-45-90 triangle, you can find a missing side length without using the Pythagorean theorem! Check out this tutorial to learn about 45-45-90 triangles!

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  What is a 30-60-90 Degree Triangle?

  A 30-60-90 triangle is a special right triangle with some very special characteristics. If you have a 30-60-90 degree triangle, you can find a missing side length without using the Pythagorean theorem! Check out this tutorial to learn about 30-60-90 triangles!