Congruent Figures5

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What are congruent figures?

Back

Congruent figures are shapes that are identical in form and size. They can be superimposed on each other.

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What does it mean when two angles are congruent?

Back

Two angles are congruent if they have the same measure.

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If ∠P ≅ ∠T, what can we conclude about their measures?

Back

The measures of ∠P and ∠T are equal.

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How do you determine if two triangles are congruent?

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Two triangles are congruent if their corresponding sides and angles are equal.

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What is the symbol for congruence?

Back

The symbol for congruence is '≅'.

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If m∠J = 59°, what is the measure of ∠J?

Back

The measure of ∠J is 59°.

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What is the relationship between corresponding parts of congruent figures?

Back

Corresponding parts of congruent figures are equal.

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If x = 17 in a triangle, what does this represent?

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x represents a side length or angle measure in the triangle.

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What is the significance of the SSS (Side-Side-Side) congruence postulate?

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The SSS postulate states that if three sides of one triangle are equal to three sides of another triangle, the triangles are congruent.

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What does the ASA (Angle-Side-Angle) congruence postulate state?

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The ASA postulate states that if two angles and the included side of one triangle are equal to two angles and the included side of another triangle, the triangles are congruent.