Congruent

Definition of Congruent

• Congruent means having the same measure.

More about Congruent

• Congruent angles are angles that have the same measure.
• An equilateral triangle has all its angles measuring 60°. So, the angles of an equilateral triangle are congruent.

• A square and a rectangle have all their angles measuring 90°. So, the angles of a square and a rectangle are congruent.
• Congruent Figures have the same shape and size.

• Congruent Segments have the same length.

Solved Example on Congruent

Line CD bisects another line AB at point P. Name any two congruent angles formed.

Choices:

A. Angles APD and CPD

B. Angles CPB and APD

C. Angles APB and APD

D. Angles CPB and CPD

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: When a line bisects another line, four right angles are formed.

Step 2: Two such angles are angle CPB and  angle APD.

Related Terms for Congruent

• Congruent Angles
• Measure
• Congruent Segments
• Congruent Figures
• Shape
• Length

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