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In this triangle, D is the midpoint of AB and E is the midpoint of BCIf AC = 36 what is the length of DE?

In this triangle, D is the midpoint of AB and E is the midpoint of BCIf AC = 36 what-example-1
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Answer:

A. 18

Explanation:

Recall: the Mid-segment Theorem states that the length of the mid-segment theorem of a triangle is half the length of its third side.

DE = ½(AC) (Triangle Mid-segment Theorem)

AC = 36 (given)

Plug in the value

DE = ½(36)

DE = 18

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