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Can a right triangle be isosceles? Use the Pythagorean Theorem to explain why or why not.

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Answer:

Yes

Explanation:

Isosceles triangles have two equal sides, meaning that there are also two equal internal angles. One of the basic triangles other than the 30-60-90 one is the 45-45-90 triangle, so yes an isosceles right angle is possible.

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