Triangle Construction (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards

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Triangle construction
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SSS in triangle construction

Side-Side-Side

SAS in triangle construction

Side-Angle-Side

Number of triangles possible with SSS method

Only one possible triangle

Tools for SSS construction

Ruler and compasses

Tools for SAS construction

Ruler and protractor

ASA congruence condition

Two angles and the side between them

RHS congruence condition

Right angle, hypotenuse, and one other side

Four triangle congruence conditions

SSS, SAS, ASA, RHS

When does the ambiguous case occur?

Two sides and a non-included angle given

Result of ambiguous case

Two different triangles may be possible

Essential equipment for triangle construction exam

Pencil, ruler, compasses, protractor

Best practice for construction marks in exams

Leave construction marks visible

Angles in an equilateral triangle

All angles are 60°60°

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