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Using Pythagoras' Theorem
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Today we're going to practice applying Pythagoras' Theorem to find unknown side lengths in right-angled triangles. Can someone tell me the formula we use?
Is it (Hypotenuse)² = (Base)² + (Height)²?
Exactly! And we can also express it as AC² = AB² + BC² for triangle ABC. What would happen if one side of the triangle is missing?
We can rearrange the formula to find it!
Correct! Now, let’s try this problem: If one triangle has a base of 3 cm and a height of 4 cm, can you find the hypotenuse?
Calculated as √(3² + 4²), so AC = 5 cm.
Great job! Remember, the hypotenuse is always the longest side in a right triangle.
Exploring Trigonometric Ratios
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Moving on to trigonometric ratios. In a right triangle, what do we use to find the ratio of sides?
We use sine, cosine, and tangent, right?
Exactly! Can anyone recall the definitions of each?
Sin = Opposite/Hypotenuse, Cos = Adjacent/Hypotenuse, and Tan = Opposite/Adjacent.
Perfect! Let’s do an exercise. If θ has a sin(θ) of 0.6, can you find Cos(θ) and Tan(θ) using Pythagorean identity? Remember, sin²θ + cos²θ = 1.
So cos²θ = 1 - 0.36, leading to cos²θ = 0.64. So cos(θ) = 0.8.
Well done! How would you find Tan(θ) now?
Tan(θ) = Sin(θ) / Cos(θ) = 0.6 / 0.8 = 0.75.
Great work, everyone!
Proving Theorems
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Let's discuss the Basic Proportionality Theorem. Can anyone summarize what the theorem states?
It states that if a line is drawn parallel to one side of a triangle, it divides the other two sides proportionally.
Exactly! How could you prove this with a diagram? What would be your first step?
I would draw a triangle and then draw a parallel line to one side.
Good thinking! Next, what would you do?
I’d label the triangle's vertices and write the ratios of the divided segments.
Yes! Then you can demonstrate the proportion using corresponding segments. Excellent teamwork!
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The practice exercises challenge students to apply their understanding of key theorems in geometry and trigonometry, including Pythagoras' Theorem and the Basic Proportionality Theorem. These exercises provide diverse problem scenarios to reinforce students' comprehension and problem-solving skills.
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Practice Exercises
This section comprises a series of exercises designed to reinforce students' understanding and application of theorems in geometry and trigonometry. Each problem aims to engage students’ critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, encouraging them to reflect on their knowledge of concepts such as Pythagoras' Theorem, angle relationships in triangles, and trigonometric identities. Students are encouraged to attempt solutions independently for self-assessment.
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Exercise 1: Height of a Tree
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A tree casts a shadow of 10 m when the angle of elevation of the sun is 45°. Find the height of the tree.
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To find the height of the tree, we can use the concept of trigonometric ratios. Since we know the angle of elevation is 45 degrees and the length of the shadow is 10 meters, we can use the tangent function. The tangent of an angle in a right triangle is the ratio of the opposite side (height of the tree) to the adjacent side (length of the shadow). So, tan(45°) = height / 10 m. Since tan(45°) is equal to 1, we can set up the equation: 1 = height / 10. Solving for height gives us a height of 10 meters.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you're trying to figure out how tall a tree is just by looking at its shadow on a sunny day. If the sun is positioned so that your shadow on the ground is as long as the tree's, it makes sense that the tree would be just as tall as the shadow. So, standing by the tree, you can use simple geometry to find its height.
Exercise 2: Finding the Hypotenuse
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In a triangle, one angle is 90°, and the two other sides are 8 cm and 15 cm. Find the hypotenuse.
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This exercise requires the use of the Pythagorean Theorem, which states that in a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. Here, we have the lengths of two sides: 8 cm and 15 cm. So, using the formula, we can find the hypotenuse (let's call it c): c² = 8² + 15². This calculates to c² = 64 + 225 = 289. Taking the square root of both sides gives us c = √289, which equals 17 cm. Therefore, the hypotenuse is 17 cm long.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a ramp. If one side is 8 m high and the bottom of the ramp is 15 m away from the wall, the ramp itself acts as the hypotenuse. You can figure out how long the ramp needs to be to reach the top by applying this theorem, which can be crucial when constructing wheelchair ramps or escalators.
Exercise 3: Proving Basic Proportionality Theorem
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Prove the Basic Proportionality Theorem using a diagram.
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The Basic Proportionality Theorem, or Thales' Theorem, states that if a line is drawn parallel to one side of a triangle, intersecting the other two sides, it divides those sides proportionally. To prove this, you can create a triangle and draw a line parallel to one side. Then, label the intersection points. You can use similar triangles to establish that the ratios of the segments created by the parallel line are equal. If AB and CD are the intersecting line segments, the ratio of AC/AD will equal the ratio of BC/BD. This can be demonstrated through the triangle similarity rules.
Examples & Analogies
Picture a street with traffic lights set up along a road that makes an angle with a crossroad. The traffic light pole creates a triangle between itself and where it touches the ground. If you could draw a straight road parallel to another and analyze how the distances between poles relate to each other, this relationship exemplifies the theorem in a practical scenario.
Exercise 4: Isosceles Triangle Base Angles
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Show that in an isosceles triangle with equal sides of 5 cm and base 6 cm, the base angles are equal.
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In an isosceles triangle, the two sides that are equal (in this case, both 5 cm) will have angles that are also equal. To see this visually, draw the triangle and label the angles opposite the equal sides as A and B. You can use the Triangle Sum Theorem here, which states the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180 degrees. By finding the third angle (angle C), you can show that A = B by calculating: A + B + C = 180°, where C can be calculated knowing C is opposite the unequal side of 6 cm.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a pair of speakers that are identical in size. If placed in a room making the same angle towards a listener, it guarantees that the sound wave from both speakers reaches the listener at the same time, creating an equal sound experience—a concept paralleling how angles in geometry function.
Exercise 5: Using Trigonometric Identity
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If sin θ = 0.6, find cos θ and tan θ using identity.
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To find cos θ and tan θ using the given sin θ = 0.6, we can utilize the Pythagorean identity, which states that sin²θ + cos²θ = 1. First, we can find cos θ: 0.6² + cos²θ = 1 leads to 0.36 + cos²θ = 1. Thus, cos²θ = 1 - 0.36 = 0.64, and taking the square root gives us cos θ = ±0.8. Now, to find tan θ, we use the formula tan θ = sin θ / cos θ. Hence, tan θ = 0.6 / 0.8 = 0.75.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you are hiking up a hill. The height you gain compared to the distance you walk forms a right angle triangle. Utilizing your height (sin θ) against the diagonal path you take represents these trigonometric functions, helping calculate how steep or flat your hike truly is—making planning much easier.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Pythagoras' Theorem: A principle used to find the length of sides in right-angled triangles.
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Basic Proportionality Theorem: A theorem that helps to establish ratios when a line is drawn parallel to a triangle's side.
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Trigonometric Ratios: Essential ratios that relate the angles and sides of right triangles, crucial for trigonometry.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Finding the height of a tree using the angle of elevation and shadow length.
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Using Pythagoras' Theorem to find the hypotenuse of a right triangle with legs of 8 cm and 15 cm.
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In every triangle where sides agree, the Pythagorean rules let the hypotenuse be free.
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Once there was a triangle facing an angle dilemma. With Pythagoras' help, it found the length of its longest side, becoming a hero among shapes.
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Soh Cah Toa for Sine, Cosine, and Tangent in right triangles: Sine = Opposite/Hypotenuse, Cosine = Adjacent/Hypotenuse, Tangent = Opposite/Adjacent.
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- Pythagoras
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Term: Pythagoras' Theorem
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In a right triangle, the square of the hypotenuse is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.
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Term: Basic Proportionality Theorem
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A theorem stating that if a line is drawn parallel to one side of a triangle, it divides the other two sides proportionally.
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Term: Trigonometric Ratios
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Ratios defined for angles in a right triangle: sine, cosine, and tangent.