Flashcard CPCTC

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What does CPCTC stand for?

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Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent.

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What is the first statement in the reason column of a proof?

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Given.

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When do you use CPCTC in a proof?

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ALWAYS at the end.

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What is the definition of congruent triangles?

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Triangles that have the same size and shape.

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What theorem is used when two sides and the included angle of one triangle are congruent to two sides and the included angle of another triangle?

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SAS (Side-Angle-Side) theorem.

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What theorem is used when all three sides of one triangle are congruent to all three sides of another triangle?

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SSS (Side-Side-Side) theorem.

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What theorem is used when the hypotenuse and one leg of a right triangle are congruent to the hypotenuse and one leg of another right triangle?

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HL (Hypotenuse-Leg) theorem.

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What is the purpose of a proof in geometry?

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To provide a logical argument that demonstrates the truth of a statement.

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What is the significance of the 'Given' statement in a proof?

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It provides the initial information or conditions that are accepted as true.

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What is the relationship between corresponding angles in congruent triangles?

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Corresponding angles are congruent.