Geometry Chapter on Segments and Angles

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What is the definition of a segment bisector?

A point that divides a segment into two equal parts.

A segment that connects the midpoints of two sides of a triangle.

A line, segment, or ray that divides a segment into two equal parts. (correct)

A line that intersects another line at a right angle.

If two angles are complementary, what is the sum of their measures?

45°

360°

90° (correct)

180°

Which statement correctly describes parallel lines?

They share a common endpoint.

They intersect at a right angle.

They never intersect and are equidistant at all points. (correct)

They are always the same length.

What is the measure of each angle if an angle bisector divides an angle of 40°?

20° each Signup and view all the answers

How does the transitive property apply to the equality of segments?

If two segments are equal to the same segment, they are equal to each other. Signup and view all the answers

When two angles form a straight line, what relationship do they have?

They are supplementary. Signup and view all the answers

What defines vertical angles?

Angles formed opposite each other when two lines intersect. Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of CPCTC in the context of congruent triangles?

The corresponding parts (angles and sides) are congruent. Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the midpoint of a segment AB measuring 12?

M is halfway between A and B Signup and view all the answers

If two angles are supplementary and one measures 80°, what must the other angle measure?

100° Signup and view all the answers

In a triangle where angle W measures 45° and angle X measures 45°, what can be concluded about the remaining angle?

It must measure 90° Signup and view all the answers

Which property states that if angle A is equal to angle B and angle B is equal to angle C, then angle A is equal to angle C?

Transitive property Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes perpendicular lines?

Lines that intersect at a right angle Signup and view all the answers

If line CD bisects angle XYZ, what is true about angles ∠XYD and ∠ZYW?

They are equal in measure Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred if two segments are bisected by a line segment?

The two segments are equal in length Signup and view all the answers

What does CPCTC imply when two triangles are proven congruent?

All corresponding angles and sides are congruent Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Midpoint and Segment Bisector

A midpoint divides a segment into two equal parts.
For example, if AB = 10, the midpoint M divides AB into AM = 5 and MB = 5.
A segment bisector is a line, segment, or ray that divides a segment into two equal parts.
For instance, line CD bisects AB at point M.

Angle Bisector

An angle bisector divides an angle into two congruent angles.
If ∠XYZ = 60°, the angle bisector splits it into two 30° angles.

Parallel and Perpendicular Lines

Parallel lines never intersect and are equidistant at all points.
For example, lines l and m are parallel if l ∥ m.
Perpendicular lines intersect at a right angle (90°).
For example, line n is perpendicular to line p if n ⊥ p.

Complementary and Supplementary Angles

Complementary angles add up to 90°.
For example, ∠PQR = 40° and ∠RQS = 50° are complementary.
Supplementary angles add up to 180°.
For example, ∠ABC = 110° and ∠CDE = 70° are supplementary.

Transitive Property

If A = B and B = C, then A = C.
For example, if AB = CD and CD = EF, then AB = EF.

Vertical Angles

Vertical angles are opposite angles formed by the intersection of two lines.
Vertical angles are congruent (equal).

Medians and Altitudes

A median of a triangle connects a vertex to the midpoint of the opposite side.
An altitude of a triangle is a line segment from a vertex that is perpendicular to the opposite side (or its extension).

Congruent Triangles and CPCTC

Two triangles are congruent if their corresponding sides and angles are congruent.
CPCTC (Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent) is a principle used when proving that particular angles or sides in congruent triangles are in fact congruent.
For example, if △ABC ≅ △DEF, then AB ≅ DE, BC ≅ EF, and AC ≅ DF.

Example involving triangles

In △VWX, ∠V = 50°, ∠W = 70°, and VX = 8.
This demonstrates how knowing parts of one triangle can indicate congruent triangles.

Additional Information

Congruent triangles example: If △STU ≅ △VWX.
CPCTC is used in proofs to show congruency of other parts in congruent triangles.
If △ABC ≅ △DEF, then AB ≅ DE, BC ≅ EF, and AC ≅ DF.
CPCTC is helpful in proofs when dealing with overlapping triangles or split triangles.

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Description

This quiz covers key concepts in geometry, including midpoints, segment bisectors, angle bisectors, and the properties of parallel and perpendicular lines. Additionally, it explores complementary and supplementary angles with practical examples. Test your understanding of these essential geometric principles!