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Based on the given information, what can you conclude and why?

Based on the given information, what can you conclude and why?-example-1
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Answer: Option 1

Triangle DAC = Triangle EBC by ASA

Step-by-step explanation

ASA = angle side angle

The order is important because the side must be between the angles

  • angle D = angle E leads to one of the "A"s of ASA.
  • Angle ACD = angle BCE leads to the other "A" of ASA.
  • The "S" of ASA in between those angles refers to CD = CE.

Since D = E, we know they pair up and are the first letters of DAC and EBC respectively. The next pairing would be A = B, and they represent the 2nd letters of DAC and EBC. Lastly C pairs with itself when talking about DAC and EBC.

This is why option 1 is the final answer.

The order is important when forming triangle congruences. Option 4 is a trick answer since the order is slightly off.

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