Abstract / Synopsis
The Pythagorean Theorem and its generalizations have been widely studied. In this article we focus on one particular generalization that asserts that the area of a polygon with one side the hypotenuse of a right triangle is the sum of the areas of similar polygons whose corresponding sides are the other two sides [4]. Using this theorem together with interactive software or simply pencil and paper, we create some visually enticing artwork. This activity, we believe, can contribute positively to geometry teaching at all academic levels.
Recommended Citation
Ángel Colín, "Creating Art with the Generalized Pythagorean Theorem," Journal of Humanistic Mathematics, Volume 16 Issue 1 (January 2026), pages 310-318. . Available at: https://scholarship.claremont.edu/jhm/vol16/iss1/20
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