Understanding Congruent Triangles

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Congruent Triangles

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Triangles with identical size and shape

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Symbol for Congruence

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SSS Criterion

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Side-Side-Side; all sides equal

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SAS Criterion

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Side-Angle-Side; two sides and included angle equal

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ASA Criterion

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Angle-Side-Angle; two angles and included side equal

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AAS Criterion

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Angle-Angle-Side; two angles and non-included side equal

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Corresponding Parts

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Matching angles and sides in congruent triangles

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Example of Congruent Triangles

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Two equilateral triangles with side 5 cm