Math Problem Statement

What information would be sufficient to show the two triangles are congruent by the Hypotenuse-Leg (HL) Theorem?

Solution

To determine congruence of the two triangles ABC\triangle ABC and DEF\triangle DEF using the Hypotenuse-Leg (HL) Theorem, the following information is required:

HL Theorem Requirements

The Hypotenuse-Leg Theorem states that two right triangles are congruent if:

  1. The hypotenuses are congruent (equal in length).
  2. One leg of each triangle is congruent.

Key Observations:

  • Both triangles ABC\triangle ABC and DEF\triangle DEF are right triangles, as indicated by the right angles.
  • We are given:
    • BC=28BC = 28 (leg of ABC\triangle ABC).
    • EF=12EF = 12 (leg of DEF\triangle DEF).
  • The hypotenuses ACAC and DFDF appear to have matching markings, indicating equality.

Sufficient Information:

To show congruence using the HL Theorem, it must be shown that:

  1. The hypotenuse ACAC is congruent to DFDF (equal length).
  2. One corresponding leg (e.g., BC=EFBC = EF) is congruent.

If this information is confirmed, the two triangles are congruent.


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Related Questions:

  1. What is the Hypotenuse-Leg (HL) Theorem, and how is it applied?
  2. How do you identify the hypotenuse in a right triangle?
  3. Can two right triangles be congruent without the HL Theorem?
  4. What other congruence theorems apply to triangles (e.g., SSS, SAS)?
  5. How can you verify the length of the hypotenuse in each triangle using the Pythagorean Theorem?

Tip: The HL Theorem applies only to right triangles, so always confirm that both triangles have right angles before using it!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle Congruence
Right Triangles
Hypotenuse-Leg Theorem

Formulas

Hypotenuse-Leg Congruence: If the hypotenuse and one leg of a right triangle are congruent to the hypotenuse and one leg of another right triangle, the triangles are congruent.

Theorems

Hypotenuse-Leg (HL) Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11