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📐Pythagorean Theorem Calculator

Solve for any side of a right triangle using the Pythagorean theorem.

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Enter any two sides. Leave the unknown side blank.

Enter two values above to calculate the third.

About Pythagorean Theorem Calculator

Solve the Pythagorean theorem (a² + b² = c²) for any unknown side of a right triangle. Enter any two sides to instantly calculate the third. Also displays the triangle's angles, perimeter, and area. Perfect for geometry homework, construction projects, and engineering calculations.

How to Use Pythagorean Theorem Calculator

  1. 1

    Enter two sides

    Input the values for any two sides of the right triangle — label them as legs (a, b) or hypotenuse (c).

  2. 2

    Calculate

    Click Calculate to find the missing side, angles, perimeter, and area.

  3. 3

    Review results

    View all three sides, angles in degrees, perimeter, and triangle area.

Common Use Cases

  • Solving right-triangle geometry homework
  • Calculating diagonal distances in construction and carpentry
  • Determining ramp or roof slope dimensions
  • Computing distances in coordinate geometry

Frequently Asked Questions

Which sides can I solve for?
Enter any two known sides (a, b, or c — the hypotenuse) and the tool calculates the missing third side using the theorem a² + b² = c².
Does it also calculate the angles?
Yes — once all three sides are known, the tool uses inverse trigonometric functions to calculate all three angles in both degrees and radians.

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