A Wordless Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem 5

This GeoGebra example presents a visual, wordless proof of the Pythagorean theorem using geometric construction. It demonstrates how the sum of the areas of squares on the legs of a right triangle equals the area of the square on the hypotenuse. Key mathematical ideas include right triangles, area equivalence, and geometric transformations such as reflection and translation. The construction utilizes commands like Point, Line, Circle, Polygon, Angle, Mirror, Translate, Midpoint, Intersect, and CircleArc to create auxiliary circles, polygons, and symmetric figures that reveal the identity a² + b² = c². Ideal for middle school geometry instruction or high school enrichment, it offers an intuitive, dynamic visualization of this foundational theorem.