Similar Triangles #1

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2017-05-08 22:57

This example demonstrates the properties of similar triangles. Key mathematical concepts include the definition and properties of similar triangles. Using GeoGebra commands such as Point, Segment, Circle, and Intersect, similar triangles can be constructed. Suitable for middle and high school students learning about similar triangles.

GeoGebra Commands & Parameters

Point(Circle[A, c]) → B
Segment(A, B) → f
Circle(A, b) → d
Circle(B, a) → e
Intersect(d, e, 1) → C
Segment(A, C) → g
Segment(C, B) → h
Point(Circle[A', (c * ScaleFactor)]) → B'
Segment(A', B') → i
Circle(A', (b * ScaleFactor)) → k
Circle(B', (a * ScaleFactor)) → p
Intersect(k, p, 1) → C'
Segment(A', C') → j
Segment(C', B') → l