Math 2: Flashcard 8 Proofs with CPCTC

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What does CPCTC stand for?

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Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent.

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What is the Reflexive Property?

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A property stating that any geometric figure is congruent to itself.

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What is the Transitive Property?

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If A = B and B = C, then A = C.

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What is the SAS (Side-Angle-Side) Postulate?

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If two sides and the included angle of one triangle are congruent to two sides and the included angle of another triangle, then the triangles are congruent.

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What is the Vertical Angles Theorem?

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Vertical angles are congruent.

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What is the definition of congruent segments?

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Segments that have the same length.

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What is the definition of congruent angles?

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Angles that have the same measure.

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What is the purpose of a proof in geometry?

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To provide a logical argument that demonstrates the truth of a statement.

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What is the definition of corresponding parts in triangles?

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Parts (sides or angles) that are in the same relative position in two congruent triangles.

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How do you prove triangles are congruent using CPCTC?

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After proving two triangles are congruent, you can state that their corresponding parts are also congruent.