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What is a secant in relation to a circle?
An inscribed angle is formed by two chords that do not share an endpoint on the circle.
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Define a major arc.
An arc of a circle that is greater than 180 degrees.
A __________ is the center of the circle that is circumscribed about a polygon.
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Match the following angles with their definitions:
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What is the relationship between a chord and a tangent?
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A kite is defined as a quadrilateral with two pairs of adjacent sides that are not congruent.
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What is a postulate?
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The __________ is the point where the altitudes of a triangle intersect.
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Which statement correctly describes a cyclic quadrilateral?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of convex quadrilaterals?
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A kite can only be classified if the diagonals are perpendicular and non-congruent.
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What term describes a line segment that connects non-adjacent vertices of a polygon?
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A concave quadrilateral has at least one angle greater than ______.
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Match the types of quadrilaterals to their characteristics:
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What is a conjecture?
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Vertical angles are always congruent.
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What is the sum of the measures of angles in a linear pair?
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An inscribed angle has its vertex on a _____ and its sides contain chords of the circle.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which property is true for an isosceles trapezoid?
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A parallelogram has only one pair of opposite sides that are parallel.
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What shape has all sides congruent?
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In an isosceles trapezoid, the lengths of the _____ are congruent.
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Which of the following shapes has diagonals that are perpendicular?
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Match the following shapes with their specific properties:
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A rectangle is a type of trapezoid.
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What is the key distinguishing feature of an isosceles trapezoid?
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What is a midsegment of a polygon?
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The opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral are never supplementary.
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What forms the vertex angle in an isosceles triangle?
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A quadrilateral can be divided into two triangles by drawing a __________.
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Match the following geometric terms with their definitions:
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Which statement is a biconditional statement?
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The midsegment of a trapezoid is always parallel to its bases.
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In an isosceles triangle, the angles between the base and the congruent sides are called __________.
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What is true about the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?
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The circumcenter of a triangle is not equidistant from the vertices.
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What is the relationship between an exterior angle and remote interior angles in a triangle?
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The midsegment of a triangle is ______ the measure and parallel to the third side.
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Match each term with its definition:
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What is the point of concurrency of the three angle bisectors of a triangle called?
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The centroid is the point of concurrency of the three angle bisectors of a triangle.
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What is the relationship between the distances from the centroid to the vertex and to the midpoint of the opposite side?
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The __________ is the point of concurrency of the three altitudes of a triangle.
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Match the following points of concurrency with their properties:
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In which type of triangle is the circumcenter located on the hypotenuse?
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The incenter of a triangle can lie outside the triangle.
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List the three types of triangles mentioned in the module.
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Study Notes
Key Terms
- Secant: Intersects a circle at two points.
- Major arc: Greater than 180 degrees of a circle.
- Minor arc: Less than 180 degrees of a circle.
- Conjecture: Statement presumed true without proof; reliant on experience.
- Inscribed angle: Formed by two chords with a vertex on the circle.
- Intercepted arc: Lies within an inscribed angle; endpoints match chord endpoints.
- Tangent: Intersects a circle at exactly one point.
- Circumcenter: Center of a circle circumscribed around a polygon.
- Incenter: Center of a circle inscribed within a polygon.
- Median: Connects a vertex to the midpoint of the opposite side in a triangle.
- Centroid: Intersection point of a triangle's medians.
- Altitude: Perpendicular segment from a vertex to the opposite side in a triangle.
- Kite: Quadrilateral with two congruent pairs of adjacent sides.
- Isosceles trapezoid: A trapezoid with two congruent legs.
- Cyclic quadrilateral: Vertices all lie on a single circle.
Conjectures, Theorems, and Postulates
- Conjecture: Based on knowledge and reasoning; not yet proven.
- Theorem: Proven statement in geometry.
- Postulate: Accepted true without proof.
Angles and Quadrilaterals
- Vertical angles: Non-adjacent angles formed by intersecting lines; always congruent.
- Linear pair: Adjacent angles with noncommon sides that are opposite rays, summing to 180°.
- Convex Quadrilaterals: Examples include trapezoids, parallelograms, rectangles, etc.
- Concave Quadrilaterals: Have at least one angle greater than 180°.
Trapezoids and Their Properties
- Trapezoid: Quadrilateral with at least one pair of parallel sides.
- Isosceles trapezoid: One pair of legs congruent; has properties distinct from other trapezoids.
Midsegments and Cyclic Quadrilaterals
- Midsegment: Connects midpoints of a polygon's sides; parallel to trapezoid's bases.
- Cyclic Quadrilateral: Opposite angles sum to 180°.
Triangle Properties
- Exterior angle theorem: An exterior angle equals the sum of the two remote interior angles.
- Midsegment of a triangle: Parallel to one side and measures half its length.
Concurrency in Triangles
- Point of concurrency: Intersection point of concurrent lines.
- Circumcenter: Equidistant from triangle's vertices.
- Centroid: Divides each median in a 2:1 ratio.
- Orthocenter: Intersection of triangle altitudes.
Points of Concurrency in Triangles
- The characteristics vary among acute, obtuse, and right triangles regarding incenter, circumcenter, centroid, and orthocenter placements.
Special Triangles
- Equilateral Triangle: All sides and angles are congruent; properties of concurrency converge at one point.
Conclusion
- Understanding these definitions and properties is essential for solving geometric problems related to shapes, angles, and triangles.
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Test your knowledge on essential geometry terms and concepts with this quiz. From secants to centroids, each question is designed to challenge your understanding of geometric principles. Perfect for students looking to enhance their grasp of geometry vocabulary.