Geometry Basics

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What is the definition of a triangle?

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A triangle is a polygon with three edges and three vertices. It is one of the basic shapes in geometry.

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CCSS.2.G.A.1

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What does CPCTC stand for in geometry?

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CPCTC stands for 'Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent.' It is used to prove that corresponding angles and sides of congruent triangles are equal.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

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What is the formula for finding the distance between two points (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?

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CCSS.HSG.GPE.B.7

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What is the slope of a line in the equation y = mx + b?

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In the equation y = mx + b, 'm' represents the slope of the line, which indicates its steepness and direction.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is the relationship between parallel lines and their slopes?

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Parallel lines have the same slope. If two lines are parallel, their slopes will be equal.

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CCSS.8.EE.B.5

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What is the circumcenter of a triangle?

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The circumcenter is the point where the perpendicular bisectors of the sides of a triangle intersect. It is equidistant from all three vertices.

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CCSS.HSG.C.A.3

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How do you find the measure of an angle in a triangle?

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The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180 degrees. You can find the measure of an angle by subtracting the sum of the other two angles from 180.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the definition of congruent triangles?

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Congruent triangles are triangles that are identical in shape and size, meaning their corresponding sides and angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What is the Pythagorean theorem?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What is the formula for the area of a triangle?

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CCSS.6.G.A.1