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If a = p - q, b = 2pq, and c = p² + q°, show that c2 = a? + b?.

If a = p - q, b = 2pq, and c = p² + q°, show that c2 = a? + b?.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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Author:Alexander, Daniel C.; Koeberlein, Geralyn M.
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Chapter5: Similar Triangles
Section5.6: Segments Divided Proportionally
Problem 26E: Given: MR bisects NMP, MN=2x,NR=x, RP=x+1, and MP=3x1 Find: x
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If a = p - q, b = 2pq, and c = p² + q°, show that c2 = a? + b?.
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