Math Problem Statement
Given: start overline, B, D, end overline, \cong, start overline, B, E, end overline, comma BD ≅ BE , start overline, D, E, end overline DE bisects start overline, A, B, end overline AB and start overline, D, E, end overline DE bisects start overline, B, C, end overline, . BC .
Prove: start overline, A, B, end overline, \cong, start overline, B, C, end overline AB ≅ BC .
Solution
We are given the following information:
- (i.e., BD is congruent to BE),
- bisects and .
We are asked to prove that (i.e., AB is congruent to BC).
Proof:
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Given: . Since and are on opposite sides of , it implies that is the midpoint of .
Thus, is isosceles, and .
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Given: bisects and . This means: Therefore, point is the midpoint of and .
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Now, observe that since is the midpoint of both and , we have:
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From this, it directly follows that:
Thus, we have proven that .
Conclusion:
The congruence of and follows from the fact that , being the midpoint of both segments, ensures both sides are equal in length.
Would you like more details on any part of the proof, or do you have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:
- What are some properties of isosceles triangles?
- How does the concept of a midpoint relate to segment bisectors?
- Can we always say that if two sides are congruent, the triangles they form are congruent?
- How do you prove two triangles are congruent using the Side-Angle-Side (SAS) theorem?
- What is the significance of the bisector of an angle or segment in geometric proofs?
Tip:
When trying to prove congruence of segments or angles, look for symmetry or midpoints, as they often indicate equal lengths or angles.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Congruence of Line Segments
Isosceles Triangles
Midpoints
Bisectors
Formulas
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Theorems
Congruence of Segments
Properties of Isosceles Triangles
Midpoint Theorem
Segment Bisector Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12