Triangle MidSegment Theorem & Triangle Inequalities

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What is the Triangle Midsegment Theorem?

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The Triangle Midsegment Theorem states that a midsegment of a triangle is parallel to one side of the triangle and its length is half the length of that side.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4

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If KJ is a midsegment of triangle WXV, how do you find the length of segment VX?

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To find the length of segment VX, double the length of the midsegment KJ.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4

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What is a midsegment in a triangle?

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A midsegment is a line segment that connects the midpoints of two sides of a triangle.

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What is the relationship between the lengths of the sides of a triangle according to the Triangle Inequality Theorem?

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The sum of the lengths of any two sides of a triangle must be greater than the length of the third side.

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Given two sides of lengths 2 and 6, what is the maximum length of the third side to form a triangle?

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The maximum length of the third side is less than 8 (2 + 6).

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Given two sides of lengths 2 and 6, what is the minimum length of the third side to form a triangle?

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The minimum length of the third side is greater than 4 (6 - 2).

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What does it mean for segments to be parallel in the context of triangles?

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Parallel segments in triangles indicate that they will never intersect and maintain equal distance apart, often relating to midsegments and corresponding sides.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.11

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How do you determine which angle is the largest in a triangle?

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The largest angle in a triangle is opposite the longest side.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

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If QR is a midsegment of triangle WUV and its length is 8, what is the length of side WU?

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The length of side WU is 16 (double the length of the midsegment QR).

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4

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What is the significance of the midsegment in triangle WUV?

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The midsegment divides the triangle into two smaller triangles that are similar to the original triangle.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4