Pythagorean Theorem Assignment
1. Search the web for "Proofs of the Pythagorean Theorem" or go to one of these websites:
www.mathisfun.com/pythagoras.html
www.cut-the-knot.org/pythagoras/index.shtml
www.davis-inc.com/pythagor/index.shtml
2. Select a proof and the converse that makes sense to you and your partner. You will be explaining this proof and converse to another group. You may use rulers, graph paper, protractors, colored paper and scissors if you think this will help your explanation.
3. Discuss the proof and converse with another group. Remeber to ask questions to clarify.
4. Write a brief explanation of the proof the other group explained to you and how it relates to the one you chose. If they were the same, what write down any added information or questions you may have.
