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Is ΔPRQ ≡ ΔQSP? Why? - Mathematics

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Is ΔPRQ ≡ ΔQSP? Why?

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Solution

In ΔPRQ and ΔPSQ

∠PRQ = ∠PSQ = 90° ...(given)

PR = QS = 3 cm ...(given)

PQ = PQ = 5 cm .......(common)

It satisfies RHS criteria

∴ ΔPRQ congruent to ΔQSP.

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Chapter 5: Geometry - Exercise 5.1 [Page 166]

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Samacheer Kalvi Mathematics [English] Class 8 TN Board
Chapter 5 Geometry
Exercise 5.1 | Q 6 | Page 166

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