Math Problem Statement

Developing Proof. Complete the two-column proof: Given: angle FEH = angle GFE = 90 degrees, EH ≅ FG. Prove: HF ≅ EG.

Solution

Let's work through the proof in the image for problem 5.

Problem Details:

  • Given:
    • FEH=GFE=90\angle FEH = \angle GFE = 90^\circ
    • EHFGEH \cong FG
  • To Prove:
    • HFEGHF \cong EG

Proof Structure:

We need to complete the two-column proof. Let's fill it in step by step:

Statements and Reasons:

  1. Statement: FEH=GFE=90, EHFG\angle FEH = \angle GFE = 90^\circ, \ EH \cong FG Reason: Given.

  2. Statement: FEHGFE\triangle FEH \cong \triangle GFE Reason: Angle-Angle-Side (AAS) Theorem\text{Angle-Angle-Side (AAS) Theorem}.
    Since both triangles have:

    • FEH=GFE=90\angle FEH = \angle GFE = 90^\circ (right angles),
    • EHFGEH \cong FG (given),
    • and the shared side EFEFEF \cong EF (reflexive property).
  3. Statement: EFFEEF \cong FE Reason: Reflexive property (a side is congruent to itself).

  4. Statement: HEFGEF\triangle HEF \cong \triangle GEF Reason: Side-Angle-Side (SAS) Theorem.

  5. Statement: HFGEHF \cong GE Reason: Corresponding parts of congruent triangles (CPCTC).


This completes the proof! Do you need further clarification or details about any of the steps?

Related Questions:

  1. What are the key differences between AAS and SAS congruence theorems?
  2. How does CPCTC work in proving congruence of triangle parts?
  3. Can the reflexive property be applied to any shared sides in triangle congruence proofs?
  4. Why is it important to identify the shared side when proving congruence?
  5. In what situations would you use an angle-angle-side theorem over side-angle-side?

Tip:

Always check for shared sides or angles in overlapping triangles when trying to prove congruence—this often simplifies your proof process!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle Congruence
Geometric Proofs

Formulas

None directly required, but use of congruent triangles and reflexive property

Theorems

Angle-Angle-Side (AAS) Theorem
Side-Angle-Side (SAS) Theorem
CPCTC (Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10