Class 7 · Chapter 7

Congruence of Triangles

Congruence rules SSS, SAS, ASA, RHS.

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Detailed theory
Two figures are congruent if they have exactly the same shape and size. One can be placed on the other to coincide fully. Corresponding parts are equal.
Key concepts & formulas
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Congruent figures have exactly the same shape and size.
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SSS: three sides equal \Rightarrow congruent.
03
SAS: two sides and included angle equal \Rightarrow congruent.
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ASA: two angles and included side equal \Rightarrow congruent.
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RHS: right angle, hypotenuse, one side equal in right triangles \Rightarrow congruent.
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