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What is the definition of congruent triangles?

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Triangles that have the same size and shape, meaning their corresponding sides and angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What does AAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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Angle-Angle-Side; a method to prove triangles congruent by showing two angles and the non-included side are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What does ASA stand for in triangle congruence?

Back

Angle-Side-Angle; a method to prove triangles congruent by showing two angles and the included side are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What does SAS stand for in triangle congruence?

Back

Side-Angle-Side; a method to prove triangles congruent by showing two sides and the included angle are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What does SSA stand for in triangle congruence?

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Side-Side-Angle; this method does not guarantee triangle congruence.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What does AAA stand for in triangle congruence?

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Angle-Angle-Angle; this method does not prove congruence, only similarity.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What is the HL theorem in triangle congruence?

Back

Hypotenuse-Leg; a method to prove right triangles congruent by showing the hypotenuse and one leg are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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Can two triangles be proven congruent if only two angles are known?

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No, two angles alone do not guarantee congruence; they only ensure similarity.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What is the significance of the included angle in SAS?

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The included angle is the angle between the two sides being compared, which is crucial for proving congruence.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the difference between congruence and similarity in triangles?

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Congruence means the triangles are identical in size and shape, while similarity means they have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2