Using Triangle Similarity Theorems

Question 1

Is KM ∥ JN? Why or why not?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Yes, because .

Question 2

Question 2

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E

Question 3

Question 3

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D

Question 4

Question 4

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E

Question 5

Question 5

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15

Question 6

Which statements are correct? Check all that apply.

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SU = PR

Question 7

To prove part of the triangle midsegment theorem using the diagram, which statement must be shown?

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The length of GH is half the length of KL.

Question 8

What is the length of BC? From the markings on the diagram, we can tell E is the midpoint of BC and is the midpoint of AC We can apply the theorem: ED = BA. Substituting in the expressions for the lengths and solving for x, we get x = . Now, since BE = x, then BC = .

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D; Selection 1: D; Selection 2: triangle midsegment; Selection 3: 5; Selection 4: 10

Question 9

Question 9

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9.8

Question 10

Which value of x would make LK ∥ OM?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

x = 4.8

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