How To Find Pythagorean Triples?

Use the condition a² + b² = c²

Choose two positive integers m and n with m > n

Set a = m² – n²

Set b = 2mn

Set c = m² + n²

Ensure m and n are coprime

Ensure m and n are not both odd

Swap a and b if needed

Multiply all three numbers by the same positive integer to get more triples

Check that all three numbers are integers

Verify the result by squaring and adding a² + b² = c²

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