Intro To Proofs

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What is the definition of a midpoint?

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A midpoint is a point that divides a segment into two equal parts.

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac.

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What is the definition of an acute angle?

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An acute angle is an angle that measures less than 90 degrees.

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What are complementary angles?

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Complementary angles are two angles whose measures add up to 90 degrees.

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What is the Division Property of Equality?

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The Division Property of Equality states that if you divide both sides of an equation by the same non-zero number, the two sides remain equal.

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What is the definition of a right angle?

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A right angle is an angle that measures exactly 90 degrees.

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What is the definition of an obtuse angle?

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An obtuse angle is an angle that measures more than 90 degrees but less than 180 degrees.

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What is the Segment Addition Postulate?

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The Segment Addition Postulate states that if point B is between points A and C, then AB + BC = AC.

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What is the Reflexive Property of Congruence?

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

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What is the Substitution Property?

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The Substitution Property states that if two values are equal, one can be substituted for the other in any expression.