Math Problem Statement

ΔDEF and ΔDGH are shown. Which statement is true? ΔDEF is similar to ΔDGH. ΔDEF is not similar to ΔDGH. There is not enough information to determine whether the triangles are similar.

Solution

To determine whether DEF\triangle DEF is similar to DGH\triangle DGH, we need to analyze the corresponding angles and sides.

Observations:

  1. Angle Correspondence: The diagram shows that G\angle G is congruent to E\angle E. This is marked in the image.

  2. Shared Angle: DEF\triangle DEF and DGH\triangle DGH share the angle at DD. This is another congruent angle.

    Since two pairs of corresponding angles are congruent, by the AA (Angle-Angle) Similarity Postulate, DEFDGH\triangle DEF \sim \triangle DGH.

Answer:

The correct statement is:
DEF\triangle DEF is similar to DGH\triangle DGH.

Would you like a deeper explanation of similarity criteria or further examples? Here are related questions for better understanding:

  1. How do the AA, SAS, and SSS criteria establish triangle similarity?
  2. Can similar triangles have proportional sides but different angles? Why or why not?
  3. How can similarity of triangles be applied to real-world problems?
  4. How do you calculate unknown side lengths using similar triangles?
  5. What are some practical uses of similar triangles in geometry?

Tip: Always look for shared angles and marked congruencies when checking for similarity in triangles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Triangle Similarity
Angle-Angle (AA) Similarity

Formulas

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Theorems

AA Similarity Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10