Given the proof below, which triangles are we trying to show are similar in order to prove the pythagorean theorem? Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem Given: Triangle ABC is a right Triangle, and CD is an altitude Prove: a? + b? = c B.

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Alexandria Ceaser: Attempt 1
Given the proof below, which
triangles are we trying to show are
similar in order to prove the
pythagorean theorem?
Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem
Given: Triangle ABC is a right Triangle, and CD is an altitude
Prove: a? + b² = c²
a
b
e
Transcribed Image Text:Time Limit: 1:00:00 Time Left:0:56:24 Alexandria Ceaser: Attempt 1 Given the proof below, which triangles are we trying to show are similar in order to prove the pythagorean theorem? Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem Given: Triangle ABC is a right Triangle, and CD is an altitude Prove: a? + b² = c² a b e
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