Geometry warm ups
7-5 PROPORTIONS IN TRIANGLES
Side-Splitter Theorem When two or more parallel lines intersect other lines, proportional segments are formed. (Copy the picture and the Then…part)
Problem 1 What is the value of x? x = 3
Try with a Partner What is the value of a? a = 8
Corollary
Problem 2
Triangle-Angle-Bisector Theorem The bisector of an angle of a triangle divides the opposite side into two segments with lengths proportional to the sides of the triangle that form the angle.
Problem 3 What is the value of x?
Try on your own What is the value of y in the diagram?
Try with your Partner What is the value of x?
Homework Pg. 475 # 9 – 22 all, 38 – 40