Geometry 2.5-2.6 Flashcards
A _____ is a logical argument that uses deductive reasoning to show that a statement is true.
proof
A _____ has numbered statements and corresponding reasons that show an argument in a logical order.
two-column proof
A _____ is a statement that can be proven.
Theorem
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AB = AB
Reflexive property of segment congruence.
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If AB = CD then CD = AB
Symmetric property of segment congruence
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If AB = CD and CD = EF,
then AB = EF
Transitive property of segment congruence
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<A = <A
Reflexive property of angle congruence
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If <A = <B, then <B = <A
Symmetric property of angle congruence
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If <A = <B and <B = <C, then <A = <C
Transitive property of angle congruence
All right angles are congruent.
RIght angles congruence theorem.
If 2 angles are supplementary to the same angle (or to congruent angles), then they are congruent.
Congruent supplements theorem.
If 2 angles are complementary to the same angle (or to congruent angles), then they are congruent.
Congruent complements theorem
If 2 angles form a linear pair, then they are supplementary.
Linear pair postulate
Vertical angles are congruent
Vertical angles congruence theorem