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Midsegments of Triangles 5-1 Objective : To use properties of midsegments to solve problems. Definition of a midsegment : A midsegment of a triangle is a segment connecting the midpoints of two sides of the triangle.
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Midsegmentsof Triangles5-1Objective: To use properties of midsegments to solve problems.
Definition of a midsegment: A midsegment of a triangle is a segment connecting the midpoints of two sides of the triangle.
Identify Parallel SegmentsWhat are the three pairs of parallel segments ∆DEF? Segments RS, ST and TR are midsegments of ∆DEF. By the Triangle Midsegment Theorem, and ,
Find the value of x. REMEMBER 5-1 p.288: 8-26 even, 32, 34