We are given that ΔABC is isosceles with AB ≅ AC. Using the definition of congruent line segments, we know that .
Let’s assume that angles B and C are not congruent. Then one angle measure must be greater than the other. If m∠B is greater than m∠C, then AC is greater than AB by the .
However, this contradicts the given information that . Therefore, , which is what we wished to prove.
However, this contradicts the given information that . Therefore, , which is what we wished to prove.
We are given that ∠B ≅ ∠C. Assume segment AB is not congruent to .
But by the definition of congruent, we know the measure of angle B equals the measure of by the given statement. Therefore, we have a contradiction: AB = AC, and AB ≅ AC.
What is the value of n?
3
If AB > AC, then m∠C > m∠B by the . If AB < AC, then m∠C < m∠B by the converse of the triangle parts relationship theorem.
What is the measure of leg XY? ft
39
What is the measure of leg XZ? ft
39
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