Pythagoras Theorem: Is Variance of a Straight Line Zero?

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The Pythagorean Theorem is validated through various proofs, which can be explored in detail at the provided link. The discussion raises the question of whether the variance of a straight line being zero contributes to the theorem's validity. However, the consensus is that the theorem's truth is established through geometric principles rather than statistical variance.

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what makes Pythagoras theorem true? is it because variance of a straight line is zero?
 
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