Triangle Properties and Theorems

This video tutorial provides a comprehensive review of geometry concepts for the EOC exam. It covers key benchmarks, including theorems and relationships about lines and angles, triangle congruence and similarity, and various triangle theorems. The tutorial includes problem-solving examples and explanations of geometric reasoning, proofs, and the use of a cheat sheet with essential formulas and conversions.

What is the primary focus of the Geometry EOC review packet?

• Statistics and probability

• Algebraic equations

• Calculus concepts

• Geometric reasoning and proofs

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

Which theorem is used to prove that alternate exterior angles are equal?

• Alternate Exterior Angles Theorem

• Vertical Angles Theorem

• Corresponding Angles Theorem

• Alternate Interior Angles Theorem

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

If two triangles are congruent by SAS, what can be said about their corresponding parts?

• They are similar but not congruent

• They have equal perimeters

• They are congruent by CPCTC

• They are not necessarily congruent

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

How can you prove that two triangles are similar using the AA similarity postulate?

• By showing two sides are proportional

• By showing two angles are congruent

• By showing one angle and one side are equal

• By showing all three sides are equal

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

What is the measure of angle B in an isosceles triangle if the other two angles are 62 degrees each?

• 60 degrees

• 62 degrees

• 48 degrees

• 56 degrees

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

In a triangle, if angle X is less than angle Y, which side is the shortest?

• Side opposite the smallest angle

• Side opposite the largest angle

• Side opposite angle Y

• Side opposite angle X

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

What is the relationship between the sides of a triangle and its angles?

• The longest side is opposite the smallest angle

• The shortest side is opposite the largest angle

• The longest side is opposite the largest angle

• All sides are equal

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

What is the length of the brace in a swing set if the distance between the bases is 5 feet?

• 5 feet

• 2.5 feet

• 10 feet

• 7.5 feet

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.9

Which of the following is true about a perpendicular bisector in a triangle?

• It cuts the opposite side in half at a right angle

• It cuts the angle in half

• It is always parallel to the base

• It is the longest side of the triangle

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4

What is the purpose of the triangle mid-segment theorem?

• To identify the hypotenuse of a right triangle

• To calculate the perimeter of a triangle

• To find the area of a triangle

• To determine the length of a segment parallel to the base

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4