NCERT Figure it Out 1 - Q1 - The Baudhayana-Pythagoras Theorem

Question: Two identical square papers are each cut into four right triangles (labelled 1-4 on one square). Arrange the pieces to create a square with double the area of either original square.

Answer: Arrange four congruent right-triangle pieces so their hypotenuses form the outer square (side = original diagonal). Area is double either original square.

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