Math Problem Statement

Point E is the midpoint of AB and point F is the midpoint of CD. Which statements about the figure must be true? Choose three correct answers.

Solution

Let's analyze the problem step by step.

Key Information from the Diagram:

  • Point E is the midpoint of ABAB. This means AE=EB=12ABAE = EB = \frac{1}{2} AB.
  • Point F is the midpoint of CDCD. This implies CF=FD=12CDCF = FD = \frac{1}{2} CD.

We are tasked to determine which three statements are correct.


Analyzing Each Statement:

  1. "CD is bisected by AB":
    This statement is false. ABAB does not bisect CDCD; instead, point FF bisects CDCD. There is no indication in the figure or information given that ABAB divides CDCD into equal parts.

  2. "CE + EF = FD":
    This statement is true.
    Since FF is the midpoint of CDCD, we know CF=FDCF = FD. Additionally, CE+EF=CFCE + EF = CF (as EE and FF lie on the same segment from CC to DD). Thus, CE+EF=FDCE + EF = FD.

  3. "AE = 12AB\frac{1}{2} AB":
    This statement is true because EE is the midpoint of ABAB. By definition, AE=EB=12ABAE = EB = \frac{1}{2} AB.

  4. "EF = 12ED\frac{1}{2} ED":
    This statement is false. EFEF is not half of EDED. Instead, EF=CF=FD=12CDEF = CF = FD = \frac{1}{2} CD, but there is no relationship given between EFEF and EDED as a whole.

  5. "AB is bisected by CD":
    This statement is false. There is no indication that CDCD bisects ABAB. The only bisection mentioned is EE, which divides ABAB into two equal parts.


Correct Answers:

The three true statements are:

  • CE + EF = FD
  • AE = 12AB\frac{1}{2} AB

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the significance of a midpoint in geometric problems?
  2. How can we confirm segment equality using midpoint properties?
  3. How do bisections differ from midpoints in geometry?
  4. Why does ABAB not bisect CDCD in the given diagram?
  5. Can the relationships between segments like EFEF and EDED be derived in other contexts?

Tip: Always carefully analyze the definitions of midpoint and bisection when solving geometric problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Midpoints
Segment Bisectors

Formulas

Midpoint formula
Segment equality in midpoints

Theorems

Midpoint Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8