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A two-column proof to prove that side BC is congruent with side DC should be completed as follows;

Statements Reasons

1. AC bisects ∠BAD 1. Given

2. ∠B ≅ ∠D 2. Given

3. ∠DAC ≅ ∠BAC 3. Definition of angle bisector

4. AC ≅ AC 4. Reflexive property

5. ∠ACB ≅ ∠ACD 5. ASA congruence property

6. BC ≅ DC 6. Definition of perpendicular bisector (C is the midpoint BD).

In Mathematics and Euclidean Geometry, an angle bisector is a type of line, ray, or segment, that typically divides or bisects a line segment exactly into two (2) equal and congruent angles.

Based on the definition of angle bisector, we can logically deduce that angle GFH is congruent with angle EFH;

m∠DAC ≅ m∠BAC

Based on the definition of a perpendicular bisector, we can logically deduce the following congruent sides;

BC ≅ DC

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