Question

which of the following is the statement below describing? in a right triangle, the sum of the squares of the leg lengths is equal to the square of the hypotenuse length. a. pythagorean theorem b. right triangle theorem c. angle bisector theorem d. perpendicular bisector theorem

Explanation:

The given definition matches the core statement of the theorem that specifically relates the side lengths of a right triangle. The other options describe different geometric principles: the Angle Bisector Theorem concerns angle bisectors dividing opposite sides proportionally, the Perpendicular Bisector Theorem relates to points equidistant from segment endpoints, and "Right Triangle Theorem" is not a standard, specific named theorem for this relationship.

Answer:

A. Pythagorean Theorem