Parallelogram Proofs(with triangle congruence) M15.6

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What is the ASA Triangle Congruence Theorem?

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The ASA (Angle-Side-Angle) Triangle Congruence Theorem states that if two angles and the included side of one triangle are congruent to two angles and the included side of another triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the definition of a parallelogram?

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A parallelogram is a quadrilateral with opposite sides that are both parallel and equal in length.

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CCSS.3.G.A.1

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What is the property of opposite sides in a parallelogram?

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In a parallelogram, opposite sides are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.11

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What does the alternate interior angles theorem state?

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The alternate interior angles theorem states that if two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then each pair of alternate interior angles is congruent.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What does CPCTC stand for?

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CPCTC stands for 'Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent', which is used to prove that corresponding sides and angles of congruent triangles are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the SSS Triangle Congruence Postulate?

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The SSS (Side-Side-Side) Triangle Congruence Postulate states that if three sides of one triangle are congruent to three sides of another triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the AAS Triangle Congruence Theorem?

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The AAS (Angle-Angle-Side) Triangle Congruence Theorem states that if two angles and a non-included side of one triangle are congruent to two angles and the corresponding non-included side of another triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the SAS Triangle Congruence Theorem?

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The SAS (Side-Angle-Side) Triangle Congruence Theorem states that if two sides and the included angle of one triangle are congruent to two sides and the included angle of another triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the definition of a quadrilateral?

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A quadrilateral is a polygon with four sides, four vertices, and four angles.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What is the property of consecutive angles in a parallelogram?

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In a parallelogram, consecutive angles are supplementary, meaning they add up to 180 degrees.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.3