Math Problem Statement
Given: The circle centered at point [A] has a radius of length [AB]. The circles centered at points [B] and [D] have radii of length [DE]. Ray A B and ray A C intersect at point A. A circle arc centered at point A interesects point B on ray A B and point D on ray A C. One circle arc centered at point B and one circle arc centered at point D intersect at point A and point E. A ray connects points A and E so that rays A B, A D, and A E all start at point A. [A] [B] [C] [D] [E] Complete the proof that [\angle DAE \cong \angle BAE]. Step Statement Reason 1 [AB=AD] All radii of the same circle have the same length. 2
Both circles have radii of the same length. 3 [AE=AE] They're lengths of the same segment. 4
Side-side-side congruence (1, 2, 3) 5 [\angle DAE \cong \angle BAE] Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent (4).
Solution
Let's complete the proof by filling in the missing steps in the two-column format. The goal is to prove that .
Proof:
Step | Statement | Reason |
---|---|---|
1 | All radii of the same circle have the same length. | |
2 | Both circles centered at and have the same radius (length ). | |
3 | Reflexive property (a segment is equal to itself). | |
4 | Side-Side-Side (SSS) congruence (steps 1, 2, and 3). | |
5 | Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent (CPCTC) (step 4). |
Explanation:
- Step 1: We know that and are radii of the circle centered at , so they are equal in length.
- Step 2: Circles centered at and have the same radius, which is , so the lengths and are equal.
- Step 3: The segment is shared between the two triangles and , so it is trivially equal to itself.
- Step 4: Using the SSS postulate, triangles and are congruent because all corresponding sides are equal.
- Step 5: Since , the angles and are congruent by CPCTC (corresponding parts of congruent triangles).
This completes the proof that .
Do you want further details on any of these steps or have any questions?
Here are 5 relative questions to expand on the topic:
- What is the SSS postulate and how is it used to prove triangle congruence?
- How does the CPCTC rule apply when proving angle congruence in triangles?
- What other methods can be used to prove triangles congruent besides SSS?
- Why is the reflexive property important in geometric proofs?
- How would you prove that two angles are congruent without using triangle congruence?
Tip: In geometry, always look for congruent triangles as a powerful tool for proving equal angles, sides, and other properties!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Geometry
Congruence
Triangles
Circle Properties
Formulas
Reflexive property (AE = AE)
SSS (Side-Side-Side) Triangle Congruence
CPCTC (Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent)
Theorems
SSS Triangle Congruence
CPCTC (Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12