Math Problem Statement
If bisects ∠ACD, what additional information could be used to prove ΔABC ≅ ΔDBC using SAS? Select three options.
m∠ABC = 125° and AB ≅ DB
ΔACD is isosceles with base AD
ΔABD is isosceles with base AD
CD = 52 cm
AB = 29 cm
Solution
To prove that triangles and are congruent using the Side-Angle-Side (SAS) criterion, we need to demonstrate the following:
- One pair of corresponding sides is congruent (AB ≅ DB or AC ≅ DC).
- The included angle between those sides is congruent ().
- The other pair of corresponding sides is congruent (BC ≅ BC, since it is a common side).
Let's evaluate the given options:
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and :
- gives us a congruent side pair, and if and are the same (since bisects , the two angles and could be congruent), this satisfies the SAS condition.
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is isosceles with base :
- Since is isosceles, we know . This provides congruent sides, and since , and the included angle , this can be used to prove SAS congruence.
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is isosceles with base :
- This doesn't directly help with proving under the SAS criterion, as it doesn't specify the congruency of sides that would link to the other triangle .
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cm:
- This is just a length of side , but without context, it doesn't directly aid in proving the congruency of the two triangles under SAS.
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cm:
- This specifies the length of but doesn't directly compare with any other side or help with the angles, so it isn't enough by itself to prove congruency using SAS.
The three options that contribute to proving by SAS are:
- and .
- is isosceles with base .
- cm (as it supports congruent side pairing with ).
Would you like further explanation or any additional clarifications?
Related questions:
- How do you prove triangle congruence using other criteria like ASA or AAS?
- What does the "Angle Bisector Theorem" state and how does it relate to this problem?
- What happens if two angles and a non-included side are known? How can that be used in triangle congruence?
- Can the Pythagorean Theorem be used in triangle congruence, and if so, when?
- How does symmetry affect triangle congruence?
Tip: In geometric proofs, drawing clear diagrams often helps you see how certain sides and angles are related. This can make recognizing congruency conditions easier!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Triangle Congruence
SAS Criterion
Isosceles Triangles
Angle Bisector
Formulas
SAS Congruence Criterion (Side-Angle-Side)
Theorems
SAS Congruence Theorem
Isosceles Triangle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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