4-5 Hypotenuse Leg Congruence (HL)

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What does HL stand for in triangle congruence?

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HL stands for Hypotenuse Leg.

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What is the Hypotenuse Leg (HL) Theorem?

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The HL Theorem states that if the hypotenuse and one leg of a right triangle are congruent to the hypotenuse and one leg of another right triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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Which postulate or theorem proves the triangle congruent?

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HL: Hypotenuse Leg.

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What are the criteria for triangles to be congruent by the HL Theorem?

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1. Both triangles must be right triangles. 2. The hypotenuses must be congruent. 3. One pair of legs must be congruent.

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Which of the following is NOT a criteria for triangles to be congruent by the HL Theorem?

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Two pairs of congruent legs.

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Can HL be used to prove triangles are congruent?

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Yes.

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List the postulates or theorems that can be used to determine triangle congruence.

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SSS, SAS, AAS, ASA, HL.

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What does SSS stand for in triangle congruence?

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SSS stands for Side Side Side.

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What does SAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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SAS stands for Side Angle Side.

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What does AAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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AAS stands for Angle Angle Side.

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