Topic 4: Triangle Congruence II

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What is the Definition of Angle Bisector?

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An angle bisector is a line or ray that divides an angle into two equal parts.

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What does ASA stand for in triangle congruence?

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ASA stands for Angle-Side-Angle, a method for proving triangle congruence.

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What is the Vertical Angles Theorem?

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The Vertical Angles Theorem states that opposite angles formed by two intersecting lines are equal.

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What is the Reflexive Property?

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The Reflexive Property states that any geometric figure is congruent to itself.

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What is the Alternate Interior Angles Theorem?

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The Alternate Interior Angles Theorem states that if two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then each pair of alternate interior angles is equal.

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

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The first statement is always 'Given'.

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What does SSS stand for in triangle congruence?

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SSS stands for Side-Side-Side, a method for proving triangle congruence.

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What does SAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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SAS stands for Side-Angle-Side, a method for proving triangle congruence.

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What does AAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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AAS stands for Angle-Angle-Side, a method for proving triangle congruence.

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What is the significance of congruency statements?

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Congruency statements indicate that two triangles are congruent, meaning they have the same size and shape.