Use problem 1 to prove that the median from the right angle of a right triangle has the same length as the segment joining the midpoints of the legs.

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Chapter12: Angle Relationships And Transformations
Section12.2: Angles And Parallel Lines
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Please solve problem 2. However, I have also attached problem 1 to help you. 

1- Let three lines l1,12, and l3 be three parallel lines. Prove if these three lines create two congruent segments for one
traversal, then they create two congruent segments for any traversal.
Transcribed Image Text:1- Let three lines l1,12, and l3 be three parallel lines. Prove if these three lines create two congruent segments for one traversal, then they create two congruent segments for any traversal.
Use problem 1 to prove that the median from the right angle of a right triangle has the same length as the segment joining
the midpoints of the legs.
Transcribed Image Text:Use problem 1 to prove that the median from the right angle of a right triangle has the same length as the segment joining the midpoints of the legs.
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