Relation Between Same Angles and Sides in Triangles: Exploring Their Equality

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In summary, triangles with the same angles are considered similar triangles, meaning that the relationship between their corresponding sides is equal. This not only applies to the lengths of the sides, but also to all other corresponding lengths, including the height. So, the proportionality of sides also applies to the height of similar triangles.
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For two triangles with the same angels the following applies.

That the relation between the same sides is equal to the realtion between the other same sides. I hope you do understand it.

Then my question is does that also apply for the height of the two triangles?
 
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Hey, once you get angels involved anything can happen!:rolleyes:

Oh, wait- you mean "angles". Triangles with the same angles are "similar triangles": it follows then that all length's are proportional. That is true not only for the lengths of the sides but all corresponding lengths, such as the height.
 
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HallsofIvy said:
Hey, once you get angels involved anything can happen!:rolleyes:

Oh, wait- you mean "angles". Triangles with the same angles are "similar triangles": it follows then that all length's are proportional. That is true not only for the lengths of the sides but all corresponding lengths, such as the height.

Oops I did of course mean angles. And thank you for your answer.
 

Related to Relation Between Same Angles and Sides in Triangles: Exploring Their Equality

1. What is the relation between same angles and sides in triangles?

The relation between same angles and sides in triangles is known as the Angle-Side-Angle (ASA) congruency. This means that if two angles and the included side of one triangle are congruent to two angles and the included side of another triangle, then the two triangles are congruent.

2. How is the equality of same angles and sides in triangles explored?

The equality of same angles and sides in triangles is explored through the use of geometric proofs and theorems. These proofs use properties of congruent triangles and the relationships between sides and angles in triangles to show that two triangles are congruent.

3. What are the conditions for ASA congruency to be true?

To prove ASA congruency, the following conditions must be met:

  1. The two triangles must have two congruent angles.
  2. The included side between the two angles must be congruent.
  3. No other information about the triangles can be assumed or given.

4. Can two triangles have the same angles but different side lengths?

Yes, it is possible for two triangles to have the same angles but different side lengths. This is known as the Angle-Angle-Side (AAS) theorem, where two angles and a non-included side of one triangle are congruent to two angles and a non-included side of another triangle. However, this does not prove congruency between the two triangles.

5. How does understanding the relation between same angles and sides in triangles benefit us?

Understanding the relation between same angles and sides in triangles allows us to accurately measure and construct triangles, as well as solve problems involving triangles. It also serves as a foundation for more advanced concepts in geometry and other fields of mathematics.

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