Math Problem Statement

Multiple geometry questions involving congruence, properties of triangles, and relationships between sides and angles.

Solution

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Question 1:

Prove for the quadrilateral PQRS:

  1. PQSQPR\triangle PQS \cong \triangle QPR
  2. QS=PRQS = PR
  3. PQS=QPR\angle PQS = \angle QPR

Solution Steps:

  • Use the property PS=QRPS = QR and LSPQ=LRQP\angle LSPQ = \angle LRQP (as given).
  • Utilize congruence criteria (e.g., ASA or SAS).
  • Prove the congruence, equal sides, and equal angles based on geometric reasoning.

Question 2:

AB is a line segment, and P is its midpoint. Points D and E satisfy:

  • BAD=BAE\angle BAD = \angle BAE
  • EPA=LDPB\angle EPA = \angle LDPB

Prove:

  1. DAPEBP\triangle DAP \cong \triangle EBP
  2. AD=BEAD = BE

Solution Steps:

  • Use congruence criteria such as ASA or SSS to show DAPEBP\triangle DAP \cong \triangle EBP.
  • Deduce that AD=BEAD = BE based on corresponding parts of congruent triangles.

Question 3:

In ABC\triangle ABC, AD is the perpendicular bisector of BC. Prove that ABC\triangle ABC is isosceles where AB=ACAB = AC.

Solution Steps:

  • Use the perpendicular bisector property to argue that BD=DCBD = DC.
  • Prove congruence of ABD\triangle ABD and ACD\triangle ACD using RHS criteria.
  • Conclude AB=ACAB = AC.

Question 4:

In ABC\triangle ABC, altitudes BEBE and CFCF to ACAC and ABAB are equal. Prove AB=ACAB = AC.

Solution Steps:

  • Consider the property of altitudes in a triangle.
  • Use the congruence of ABE\triangle ABE and ACF\triangle ACF.
  • Conclude that equal altitudes imply equal opposite sides.

Question 5:

For a right-angled triangle ABCABC (A=90\angle A = 90^\circ) where AB=ACAB = AC, find LBLB and LCLC.

Solution Steps:

  • Use Pythagoras’ theorem: BC2=AB2+AC2BC^2 = AB^2 + AC^2.
  • Substitute AB=ACAB = AC to simplify and solve for LBLB and LCLC.

Question 6:

Show that the angles of an equilateral triangle are 6060^\circ.

Solution Steps:

  • Use the property of equal sides in an equilateral triangle.
  • Divide 180180^\circ equally among the three angles.

Question 7:

Prove for an isosceles triangle (AB=ACAB = AC) with ADAD as an altitude that:

  1. B=C\angle B = \angle C

Solution Steps:

  • Use the property of isosceles triangles and symmetry.
  • Show congruence of the two right triangles formed by the altitude ADAD.

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5 Questions Expanding on This Information:

  1. How do we determine when two triangles are congruent (e.g., SAS, ASA, etc.)?
  2. What is the significance of the perpendicular bisector in proving congruence?
  3. Can equal altitudes in a triangle always imply equal sides? Why or why not?
  4. How does the Pythagoras theorem apply differently in isosceles and right triangles?
  5. Why are all angles in an equilateral triangle exactly 6060^\circ?

Tip:

Always start with the given conditions and identify congruent triangles. This often simplifies proving relationships between sides and angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Congruence of Triangles
Properties of Isosceles Triangles
Altitudes and Perpendicular Bisectors
Properties of Equilateral Triangles
Right-Angled Triangles

Formulas

Pythagoras' Theorem: a^2 + b^2 = c^2
Sum of Angles in a Triangle = 180°

Theorems

Congruence Theorems: SAS, ASA, RHS
Properties of Perpendicular Bisectors
Equality of Angles in Equilateral Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10