What is the Hypotenuse-Leg Congruence Theorem?

What is the Hypotenuse-Leg Congruence Theorem?

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There's a special theorem that helps you quickly figure out if two right triangles are congruent. This tutorial introduces you to that theorem and shows you how to use it!

Keywords:

  • theorem
  • hypotenuse
  • leg
  • congruence
  • congruent
  • triangles
  • SSS
  • side-side-side
  • right triangle

Background Tutorials

  • Relating Side Lengths and Angle Measures

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      What are Acute, Obtuse, and Right Triangles?

      Did you know that there are different kinds of triangles? Knowing how to identify these triangles is an important part of solving many problems involving these triangles. Check out this tutorial and learn about some of the different kinds of triangles!

  • The Pythagorean Theorem

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      What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

      The Pythagorean theorem is a very popular theorem that shows a special relationship between the sides of a right triangle. In this tutorial, you'll get introduced to the Pythagorean theorem and see how it's used to solve for a missing length on a right triangle!

  • Congruent Figures

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      What Does Congruent Mean?

      If two figures have the same size and shape, then they are congruent. The term congruent is often used to describe figures like this. In this tutorial, take a look at the term congruent!

  • Congruence in Right Triangles