Determine if these triangles are similar and, if they are, what postulate or theorem proves the similarity. Both triangles are isosceles. 40° 50° SSS Similarity Theorem SAS Similarity Theorem AA Similarity Postulate d. a. b. C. These triangles are not similar.

Determine if these triangles are similar and, if they are, what postulate or theorem proves the similarity. Both triangles are isosceles. 40° 50° SSS Similarity Theorem SAS Similarity Theorem AA Similarity Postulate d. a. b. C. These triangles are not similar.

Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e

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Chapter5: Similar Triangles

Section5.3: Proving Triangles Similar

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Determine if these triangles are similar and, if they are, what postulate or theorem proves the similarity. Both
triangles are isosceles.
40°
50°
SSS Similarity Theorem
SAS Similarity Theorem
AA Similarity Postulate
d.
a.
b.
C.
These triangles are not similar.

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