IP--Congruent Figures

Front

What are congruent figures?

Back

Figures with the same size and same shape.

Front

If ∆ABC ≅ ∆LMN, what can we conclude about their corresponding sides and angles?

Back

The corresponding sides and angles of the triangles are equal.

Front

What is the symbol used to denote congruence?

Back

≅

Front

If two triangles are congruent, how many pairs of corresponding sides and angles are equal?

Back

Three pairs of corresponding sides and three pairs of corresponding angles.

Front

If ∆PIG ≅ ∆COW, what is the corresponding side to WO?

Back

GI.

Front

Complete the congruence statement: ∆ABC ≅ ∆___?

Back

CBA.

Front

If ∆LMK ≅ ∆LMT, what can we say about ∠K and ∠T?

Back

∠K ≅ ∠T.

Front

What is the definition of congruence in geometry?

Back

Congruence means that two figures have the same shape and size.

Front

If two figures are congruent, what can be said about their areas?

Back

Their areas are equal.

Front

What is the relationship between the sides of congruent triangles?

Back

The lengths of their corresponding sides are equal.