Math Problem Statement

In the figure below, QR ≅ SR and PR ≅ TR. Based only on the given information, which theorem could be used to prove ΔPQR ≅ ΔTSR?

Solution

To determine which theorem could be used to prove that PQRTSR\triangle PQR \cong \triangle TSR based on the given information (QRSRQR \cong SR and PRTRPR \cong TR):

Step-by-step Explanation:

  1. Given Information:

    • QRSRQR \cong SR (two sides are congruent).
    • PRTRPR \cong TR (two sides are congruent).
  2. Shared Angle:

    • Both triangles share PRQ=SRT\angle PRQ = \angle SRT at RR, making this angle congruent.
  3. Congruence Criterion:

    • Two sides of the triangles are congruent (QRSRQR \cong SR, PRTRPR \cong TR), and the angle between those sides (PRQ\angle PRQ) is also congruent.

Thus, the correct theorem is Side-Angle-Side (SAS).

Final Answer:

The theorem that could be used to prove PQRTSR\triangle PQR \cong \triangle TSR is: Side-Angle-Side (SAS).


Would you like further clarification or details about the SAS theorem or related concepts?

Expanding Questions:

  1. Can you explain why the Angle-Side-Angle (ASA) theorem doesn’t apply here?
  2. What are the conditions under which the Side-Side-Side (SSS) theorem can be used?
  3. How does the SAS theorem differ from the Side-Side-Angle (SSA) method?
  4. Can you identify a practical use case for triangle congruence in real-world applications?
  5. How would the proof change if the given congruent parts were sides and angles not included in this configuration?

Tip: When solving problems with congruence, always ensure the specified angles are included between the congruent sides to apply SAS correctly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Congruent Triangles
Triangle Theorems

Formulas

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Theorems

Side-Angle-Side (SAS)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10