... theorem. Therefore,
10
2
− 6
2
= x
2
100 − 36 = x
2
64 = x
2
8 = x
45 -45 -90 RIGHT TRIANGLES
A right triangle with two angles each measuring 45 degrees is called an isosceles right triangle. In ... triple because:
1
2
+ 2
2
= 1 + 4 = 5 and (͙5
ෆ
)
2
= 5.
Pythagorean triples are useful for helping you identify right triangles. Some common Pythagorean
triples are:
3 :4: 5 8:15:17 5:12:13...
... context of
the passage.
33. c. Sentences 4 and 6 introduce inventors, and
sentences 5 and 7 give greater details about
their inventions. Thus the two pairs (4 and 5,
6 and 7) belong together. Choice ... Thus the two pairs (4 and 5,
6 and 7) belong together. Choice c restores
chronological order.
34. a. The two sentences do not transition smoothly,
and another sentence is needed. However,...
... used in turnpike maintenance
(C) imposing limits on price-fixing
(D) control of lumber
24. The word “setting” in line 17 is closest in meaning to
(A) discussing
(B) analyzing
(C) ... in line 21 is closest in meaning to
(A) methods
(B) processes
(C) cases
(D) reasons
34. The word “they” in line 22 refers to
(A) rocks
(B) shores
(C) oceans
(D) specimens
......