Special Segments

Front

What is the only special triangle segment that does not have to go through a vertex?

Back

Perpendicular Bisector

Front

What type of special segment is shown when a line segment connects a vertex to the midpoint of the opposite side?

Back

Median

Front

What type of special segment is shown when a line segment is drawn from a vertex perpendicular to the opposite side?

Back

Altitude

Front

What type of special segment divides an angle into two congruent angles?

Back

Angle Bisector

Front

What is the definition of a median in a triangle?

Back

A segment that connects a vertex to the midpoint of the opposite side.

Front

What is the definition of an altitude in a triangle?

Back

A segment from a vertex perpendicular to the line containing the opposite side.

Front

What is the definition of a perpendicular bisector?

Back

A line that divides a segment into two equal parts at a 90-degree angle.

Front

What is the definition of an angle bisector?

Back

A ray that divides an angle into two equal angles.

Front

In a triangle, how many medians can be drawn?

Back

Three, one from each vertex.

Front

In a triangle, how many altitudes can be drawn?

Back

Three, one from each vertex.