Triangle Proof Terminology

Front

What can you conclude if ∠WZX and ∠YZX are right angles?

Back

∠WZX = ∠YZX

Front

What is SSS triangle congruence?

Back

When each pair of corresponding sides of two triangles are congruent.

Front

What can you conclude if XZ is perpendicular to WY?

Back

∠WZX and ∠YZX are right angles.

Front

What can you conclude if XZ is the bisector of ∠WXY?

Back

∠WXZ = ∠YXZ.

Front

What is the correct reasoning for XZ = XZ or ∠WXY = WXY?

Back

Reflexive Property.

Front

What does it mean if two angles are complementary?

Back

Their measures add up to 90 degrees.

Front

What is the definition of a triangle?

Back

A polygon with three edges and three vertices.

Front

What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

Back

180 degrees.

Front

What is the definition of congruent triangles?

Back

Triangles that are identical in shape and size.

Front

What is the definition of an isosceles triangle?

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A triangle with at least two sides of equal length.