Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles

Front

If ∆XYZ ≅ ∆KLM, then
∠Y≅ _____

Back

∠L

Front

What angle corresponds to Angle D?

Back

Angle R

Front

What are Corresponding Parts?

Back

Sides or angles that are in the same or matching position.

Front

Back

RS

Front

Imagine you have two objects. They are exactly the same shape, but wait! They are not the same size. What would you call these two objects?

Back

Similar

Front

What does it mean for two triangles to be congruent?

Back

They have the same shape and size.

Front

What is the symbol for congruence?

Back

≅

Front

If two angles are congruent, what can we say about their measures?

Back

Their measures are equal.

Front

What is the relationship between corresponding sides of congruent triangles?

Back

They are equal in length.

Front

What is the definition of similar triangles?

Back

Triangles that have the same shape but not necessarily the same size.