Segment Proofs Vocab

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What is the definition of a midpoint?

Back

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

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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If L is the midpoint of segment TJ, what is true about the lengths of TL and LJ?

Back

TL = LJ.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.4

Front

What does it mean for a segment to be bisected?

Back

To bisect a segment means to divide it into two equal parts.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

Front

If DA bisects IE, what can we conclude about the segments IA and EA?

Back

IA = EA.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.C.10

Front

What is the Addition Property of Equality?

Back

If a = b, then a + c = b + c for any c.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

Front

What is the Reflexive Property of Congruence?

Back

For any segment AB, AB is congruent to AB.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.B.5

Front

What is the definition of congruence in geometry?

Back

Two figures are congruent if they have the same shape and size.

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CCSS.8.G.A.2

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What is the Substitution Property of Equality?

Back

If a = b, then b can be substituted for a in any expression.

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

Front

What is the significance of the definition of a bisector?

Back

A bisector divides a segment or angle into two equal parts.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

Front

What is the Transitive Property of Equality?

Back

If a = b and b = c, then a = c.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1