Math Problem Statement

Given BC ≅ FE and DG is an angle bisector, prove that ΔBCG ≅ ΔFEG.

Solution

We are tasked with proving that triangles BCGFEG\triangle BCG \cong \triangle FEG, given the following:

  • BCFEBC \cong FE (equal lengths),
  • DGDG is an angle bisector.

Let’s go step by step:


Steps to Prove BCGFEG\triangle BCG \cong \triangle FEG:

  1. Given Information:

    • BCFEBC \cong FE: This indicates that the sides BCBC and FEFE are equal.
    • DGDG is the bisector of BGF\angle BGF: This means BGD=FGD\angle BGD = \angle FGD.
  2. Common Side:

    • BG=FGBG = FG: BGBG and FGFG are the same segment since they share a length.
  3. Angles:

    • Since DGDG bisects BGF\angle BGF, we have: BGDFGD\angle BGD \cong \angle FGD
  4. Congruence Criterion:

    • By the SAS (Side-Angle-Side) criterion:
      • BCFEBC \cong FE,
      • BGFGBG \cong FG,
      • BGDFGD\angle BGD \cong \angle FGD, We can conclude: BCGFEG\triangle BCG \cong \triangle FEG

Final Proof:

Thus, by the SAS Congruence Rule, BCGFEG\triangle BCG \cong \triangle FEG.


Would you like me to elaborate on any part of the explanation or the congruence criteria? Here are five related questions:

  1. What is the SAS Congruence Criterion in detail?
  2. How does an angle bisector contribute to congruence proofs?
  3. Can we use other congruence rules (e.g., ASA) to prove this?
  4. Why is the common side BGFGBG \cong FG critical to the proof?
  5. What other properties of congruent triangles can be derived once proved?

Tip: Always identify all given elements and check for congruence rules like SAS, ASA, SSS, or RHS.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Congruent Triangles
Angle Bisectors
Triangle Properties

Formulas

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Theorems

SAS Congruence Criterion
Angle Bisector Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10