Question

Use the given information to determine which of the following relationships

can be proved and why.
ZL= 20
ZME P
M

Answer 1

C. ∆LMN ~ ∆OPQ, because of AA

Explanation:

All of the triangle congruence postulates require at least one pair of corresponding sides be congruent (in addition to other requirements). Triangle similarity can be proved if there are two pairs of congruent corresponding angles.

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congruence

No sides are given as congruent, so no congruences can be proved.

similarity

Two pairs of corresponding angles are said to be congruent, so we can say ...

∆LMN ~ ∆OPQ, because of AA