Exploring SSS and SAS Proofs in Geometry

The video tutorial covers the basics of triangle congruence, focusing on Side-Side-Side (SSS) and Side-Angle-Side (SAS) congruence. It explains the structure of geometric proofs, including the use of given statements, and how to apply concepts like midpoint, reflexive property, and parallel lines to determine congruence. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of signal words and provides examples to illustrate these concepts.

What is the purpose of the reference sheet in triangle congruence proofs?

• To provide a list of all possible triangle types

• To give reasons why triangles are congruent

• To show examples of non-congruent triangles

• To list all geometric shapes

Which of the following is a signal word for midpoint?

• Midpoint

• Parallel

• Perpendicular

• Angle Bisector

In the SSS congruence theorem, what must be true about the sides of the triangles?

• One side and one angle are congruent

• All three sides of one triangle are congruent to all three sides of another triangle

• Two sides and the included angle are congruent

• All angles are congruent

What is the first step in starting a proof?

• Drawing the triangles

• Identifying the midpoint

• Marking the triangles

• Writing the given statements

In the SAS congruence theorem, where must the angle be located?

• Between the two congruent sides

• At the base of the triangle

• At the vertex opposite the congruent sides

• Anywhere in the triangle

What does the reflexive property state in the context of triangle congruence?

• An angle bisects a side

• Two sides are parallel

• A side is congruent to itself

• Two angles are congruent

What does an angle bisector do in a triangle?

• Makes two sides parallel

• Divides an angle into two equal parts

• Divides a side into two equal parts

• Creates a right angle

When a point is a midpoint, what does it do to the segment?

• Extends the segment

• Makes the segment perpendicular

• Creates an angle bisector

• Divides it into two equal parts

What type of angles are formed by two intersecting lines?

• Alternate interior angles

• Corresponding angles

• Vertical angles

• Adjacent angles

Which property is used when two triangles share a common side?

• Angle Bisector

• Midpoint

• Vertical Angles

• Reflexive Property