Midpoint & Segment Bisectors Flashcard

Front

What is the definition of a midpoint?

Back

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

Front

If M is the midpoint of segment JK, what can be said about the lengths of JM and MK?

Back

JM = MK; they are equal in length.

Front

What are congruent segments?

Back

Line segments that have the same length.

Front

If AB is congruent to BC, what can be inferred about their lengths?

Back

The lengths of AB and BC are equal.

Front

What is a segment bisector?

Back

A segment bisector is a line, ray, or segment that divides another segment into two equal parts.

Front

If RS is the segment bisector of OQ, what can be said about the lengths of OP and PQ?

Back

OP = PQ; they are equal in length.

Front

Solve for X if AB is congruent to BC and AB = 2X + 5, BC = 3X - 10.

Back

X = 25.

Front

What is the formula to find the midpoint of a segment with endpoints (x1, y1) and (x2, y2)?

Back

Midpoint = ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2).

Front

If OQ = 32 and PO = 4x, what is the value of x if RS is the segment bisector?

Back

x = 8.

Front

What is the relationship between a line segment and its endpoints?

Back

A line segment is defined by its two endpoints.