Chapter 6

Question 0

Congruent circles are………

Answer 0

Circles with congruent radii (6.3)

Question 1

While attempting to prove a theorem, there are 5 hints……

Answer 1

1. Identify the premise(or the info given)
2. Identify the conclusion you are trying to obtain
3. Draw a picture to make sure you understand the theorem
4. Write down any definitions, postulates, or previously proved theorems, that relate to the theorem you are trying to prove
5. Work backwards if necessary, starting with the conclusion

Question 2

Congruent polygons are………

Answer 2

Polygons that have three properties:

1) same number of sides
2) corresponding sides are congruent
3) corresponding angles are congruent
(6. 3)p

Question 3

Congruent triangles are………

Answer 3

Triangles in which corresponding angles and corresponding sides are congruent (6.3)

Question 4

A Transversal is……

Answer 4

A line that intersects two or more distinct coplanar lines in two or more distinct points. (6.4)

Question 5

Alternate interior angles are ………

Answer 5

Angles such as /_3 and /_6 ( in book) which are numbered on opposite sides of the transversal and between the other two lines (6.4)

Question 6

Alternate exterior angles are….…

Answer 6

Angles such as /_1 and /_8 (in book); these angles are on opposite sides of the transversal and outside the other two lines. (6.4)

Question 7

Corresponding angles are……

Answer 7

Angles such as /_2 and /_6 (in book). These angle numbers are on the same side of the transversal and on the same side of their respective lines. /_3 and /_7 form another pair of corresponding angles. (6.4)