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Did India Discover the Pythagorean Theorem? A Look at Baudhayana, the Sulvasutras, and Ancient Mathematics
The Pythagorean theorem is one of the most well-known principles in mathematics. It states that in a right-angled triangle, the square of the longest side (hypotenuse) is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides. Although the theorem is named after the Greek philosopher Pythagoras, modern historical research shows that the relationship was known to several ancient civilizations long before his lifetime. Mesopotamia, Egypt, China, India, and Greece all contribute
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