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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