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Postulate

Definition Of Postulate

Postulate is a true statement, which does not require to be proved.

More About Postulate

Postulate is used to derive the other logical statements to solve a problem.
Postulates are also called as axioms.

Example of Postulate

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To prove that these triangles are congruent, we use SSS postulate, as the corresponding sides of both the triangles are equal.

Video Examples: The five postulates of Euclidean Geometry

Solved Example on Postulate

Ques: State the postulate or theorem you would use to prove that ∠1 and ∠2 are congruent.

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Choices:

A. corresponding angles postulate
B. converse of corresponding angles postulate
C. alternate angles are congruent
D. adjacent angles are congruent

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: ∠1 and ∠2 corresponding angles.
Step 2: Since the lines a and b are parallel, ∠1 and ∠2 are congruent. [Corresponding angles postulate.]
Step 3: So, corresponding angles postulate is used to prove that ∠1 and ∠2 are congruent.