Congruence

Front

What does it mean for two triangles to be congruent?

Back

Two triangles are congruent if they have exactly the same size and shape, meaning all corresponding sides and angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

If ∆ABC≅∆XYZ, what can we say about side AB?

Back

AB is congruent to side XY (AB≅XY).

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CCSS.HSG.CO.B.7

Front

Which of the following statements is true if two figures are congruent?

Back

All corresponding sides and angles of the figures are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

What is the symbol used to denote congruence?

Back

The symbol for congruence is '≅'.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

If FG ≅ GH, what can we conclude about the lengths of FG and GH?

Back

The lengths of FG and GH are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

What is the relationship between corresponding angles in congruent triangles?

Back

Corresponding angles in congruent triangles are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.B.7

Front

If two angles are congruent, what does that imply about their measures?

Back

Their measures are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

What is the definition of congruent figures?

Back

Congruent figures are figures that have exactly the same size and shape.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

Front

If ∠A ≅ ∠D, what can we say about the measures of these angles?

Back

The measure of angle A is equal to the measure of angle D.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

Front

Which statement is NOT true about congruence?

Back

BA ≅ GH is NOT a true statement if BA and GH are not corresponding sides.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.B.7