KB-HSG-SRT.B.4 Review

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What is the definition of similar triangles?

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Triangles are similar if their corresponding angles are equal and their corresponding sides are in proportion.

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What is the Pythagorean theorem?

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How do you find the length of a line segment using similar triangles?

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If two triangles are similar, the ratios of the lengths of corresponding sides are equal. Use this property to set up a proportion and solve for the unknown length.

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What is a similarity statement?

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What is the definition of a hypotenuse?

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The hypotenuse is the longest side of a right triangle, opposite the right angle.

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How do you determine if two triangles are similar?

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Two triangles are similar if they satisfy one of the following criteria: AA (Angle-Angle), SSS (Side-Side-Side), or SAS (Side-Angle-Side) similarity.

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What is the relationship between parallel lines and transversals in triangles?

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When a transversal intersects two parallel lines, it creates corresponding angles that are equal, which can be used to prove triangle similarity.

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How do you calculate the height of a tree using similar triangles?

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Use the ratio of the height of the tree to the distance from the tree to the observer, compared to a known height and distance of a smaller object.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a triangle?

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What is the definition of a transversal?

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A transversal is a line that intersects two or more lines at distinct points.