Copy of a proof of pythagorean theorem-4

Notice in the below image, the hypotenuse is the 'a' side.

Above is considered a proof of the pythagorean theorem. Going from right to left describe the proof in your own words.

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Given, , what is the equation for solving for a? Show your work going from the original equation to isolating for a.

Assuming that the tree was growing at a right angle from the ground, what is the length of x?

A right triangle has side lengths, 8 ft & 9 ft, what is the length of the longest side? Right the answer in the most precise form.

A right triangle has side lengths, 8 ft & 9 ft, what is the length of the longest side? Right the answer rounded to 2 decimal places. Example 21.34 feet.

A triangle's side lengths are 24, 40 and 32 mm, is this a right triangle?

Select all that apply

A
No, the hypotenuse is not a rational number.
B
Yes, the add up to 96 mm
C
Yes, the equation, , is true
D
No, the equation, is not true.

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What is the length of the diagonal of this rectangular prism?

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What is =?

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Copy of a proof of pythagorean theorem-4

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