Math Problem Statement

Given: PQ ≅ QR, QR = 14, PR = 14. Prove: PQ ≅ PR

Solution

The problem in the image involves a triangle PQR\triangle PQR with the following information:

Given:

  • PQQRPQ \cong QR
  • QR=14QR = 14
  • PR=14PR = 14

To Prove:

  • PQPRPQ \cong PR

Proof:

  1. Given:

    • PQQRPQ \cong QR (it is stated in the problem)
    • QR=14QR = 14
    • PR=14PR = 14
  2. Since PR=14PR = 14 and QR=14QR = 14, we can conclude that PRQRPR \cong QR (they have the same length).

  3. Also, we know from the given that PQQRPQ \cong QR. Therefore, we have PQPRPQ \cong PR by the transitive property of equality (if two segments are both congruent to a third segment, they are congruent to each other).

Conclusion:

Thus, PQPRPQ \cong PR, as required.


Would you like further details or have any questions? Here are some follow-up questions:

  1. How does the transitive property of equality work in geometry?
  2. Can you explain why two sides of a triangle being equal make it isosceles?
  3. How does the congruence of sides affect the angles in a triangle?
  4. What is the difference between congruent and equal in geometry?
  5. How does triangle congruence relate to similarity?

Tip: When working with geometric proofs, always keep properties like symmetry and transitivity in mind, as they help in proving congruence efficiently.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Congruence of Triangles
Transitive Property
Geometry

Formulas

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Theorems

Transitive Property of Equality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10