Corresponding Archives - The Nature of Mathematics

Homework Hints 7-4

October 22, 2015July 10, 2015 by elaine

[tippy title=”Problems 1-2″]Problems 1-2
There are many problems throughout the text labeled IN YOUR OWN WORDS. Just relax; do not be afraid to give your opinion. For the most part, these questions do not have “right” or “wrong” answers. You … See the whole entry

Section 7.4: Similar Triangles

September 25, 2015July 10, 2015 by elaine

7.4 Outline

Definition
1. corresponding angles
2. corresponding sides
Similar triangle theorem
1. proportional sides
2. primary ratios
Right triangle
1. hypotenuse
2. adjacent side
3. opposite side

7.4 Essential Ideas

Two triangles are similar if two angles of one triangle are equal to two angles … See the whole entry