Geometry Midterm Review

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What is the definition of an isosceles triangle?

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An isosceles triangle is a triangle that has at least two sides of equal length.

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If two angles of a triangle are equal, what can be said about the sides opposite those angles?

Back

The sides opposite the equal angles are also equal in length.

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What does SSS stand for in triangle congruence?

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SSS stands for Side-Side-Side, a criterion for triangle congruence where all three sides of one triangle are equal to the three sides of another triangle.

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What is the definition of parallel lines?

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Parallel lines are two lines in a plane that do not intersect or touch each other at any point.

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What is the relationship between the diagonals of a rectangle?

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In a rectangle, the diagonals are equal in length and bisect each other.

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What does AAS stand for in triangle congruence?

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AAS stands for Angle-Angle-Side, a criterion for triangle congruence where two angles and a non-included side of one triangle are equal to two angles and the corresponding non-included side of another triangle.

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What is the definition of a parallelogram?

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A parallelogram is a quadrilateral with opposite sides that are parallel and equal in length.

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How can you prove that a quadrilateral is a rectangle?

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You can prove a quadrilateral is a rectangle if its diagonals are equal in length.

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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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What does AA stand for in triangle congruence?

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AA stands for Angle-Angle, a criterion for triangle congruence where two angles of one triangle are equal to two angles of another triangle.