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Pythagorean Theorem Calculator

Online Pythagorean theorem calculator. Enter any two sides of a right triangle (leave the unknown blank) to find the third via a²+b²=c²—ideal for right triangles.

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a² + b² = c²
abc
One leg
The other leg
Hypotenuse, blank if unknown

📖 Tutorial | Pythagorean Theorem

1. Definition
The legs’ squares sum to the hypotenuse square: a²+b²=c².
2. Formula & Notation
a, bLegs
cHypotenuse
Conversea²+b²=c² ⇒ right triangle
3. Properties & Laws
  • Right triangles only;
  • Hypotenuse is longest;
  • Converse tests for right;
  • Triple (3,4,5).
4. Steps
  1. Fill two sides, leave unknown blank;
  2. Click "Find Side";
  3. Or click "Load Example".
5. Worked Examples
Example: legs 3 and 4.
Solution: c = √(9+16) = 5.
6. Common Pitfalls
Leave the unknown blank;
Hypotenuse exceeds legs;
Not for non-right triangles.

❓ FAQ | Pythagorean Theorem

What is the theorem?
a²+b²=c² for a right triangle.
Finding a leg?
a=√(c²−b²); leave it blank.
Converse?
If a²+b²=c², the triangle is right.
3, 4 hypotenuse?
5.
Common triples?
(3,4,5), (5,12,13), (8,15,17).
Hypotenuse longest?
Yes.