Types of Triangles Flashcard

Front

An ISOSCELES triangle has _____________.

Back

at least 2 equal sides

Front

What kind of triangle has 3 equal sides?

Back

Equilateral Triangle

Front

An ACUTE triangle has _________________.

Back

3 acute angles

Front

What kind of triangle has one angle greater than 90 degrees?

Back

Obtuse Triangle

Front

A RIGHT triangle has ___________.

Back

1 right angle

Front

What kind of triangle has no equal sides?

Back

Scalene Triangle

Front

What is the sum of the angles in any triangle?

Back

180 degrees

Front

An EQUILATERAL triangle has _____________.

Back

3 equal sides

Front

What type of triangle has one angle that is exactly 90 degrees?

Back

Right Triangle

Front

What is the defining characteristic of a SCALENE triangle?

Back

All sides and angles are different.