The problem provided asks to find the length of segment $GE$, given the following information:

• $G$ is the centroid of $\triangle ABC$.
• $BG = 6$, $AF = 12$, and $AE = 15$.

Key Concept: Centroid in a Triangle

The centroid $G$ of a triangle divides each median in a 2:1 ratio. That means the segment from a vertex to the centroid is twice as long as the segment from the centroid to the midpoint of the opposite side.

Step-by-Step Approach:

1. Identify the role of centroid: Since $G$ is the centroid, it divides $AE$ (a median) into two parts:

   • $AG$, which is twice the length of $GE$.
   • $GE$, the segment we need to find.

2. Apply the centroid property: The entire length of $AE$ is given as 15. Since $G$ divides $AE$ in a 2:1 ratio, we can set up the following relationship: $AG = 2 \times GE$ And: $AG + GE = 15$

3. Solve for $GE$: Let $GE = x$. Then, $AG = 2x$. Substituting into the equation: $2x + x = 15$ $3x = 15$ $x = 5$

Thus, the length of $GE$ is 5 units.

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Related Questions:

1. How does the centroid divide each median in a triangle?
2. Can the centroid ever lie outside the triangle?
3. What is the relationship between centroid and center of mass in a physical context?
4. How can you verify that the centroid divides medians in a 2:1 ratio?
5. What are other important properties of centroids in geometric shapes?

Tip:

For centroid problems, always remember the 2:1 ratio rule for dividing medians. It's a quick way to solve many geometry problems involving centroids!