Similar triangles, Congruent triangles Flashcards
1
Q
What are Similar triangles?
A
Triangles that have the same shape but their sizes may vary.
2
Q
What are Congruent triangles?
A
Triangles that have the same shape and size.
3
Q
How do you check if two triangles are Similar?
A
Compare their co-responding angles and sides, if the angles are equal and the sides are in proportion they are similar.
4
Q
How do you check if two triangles are Congruent?
A
They have to have 3 matching sides and angles.
5
Q
What are a few different methods to check what sort of triangle it is?
A
SSS (side-side-side), ASA (angle-side-angle), or SAS (side-angle-side) are a few examples.
