HW # 2

Only Two Flowers

 

Before attempting to do hw #2 you should be able to pass the this test on the reference terms and concepts.  Try it

Where will you locate the sprinkler ?

Hint: Your compass will help you

Did you notice that homework #2 is the first part of POW #2?

 

 

           Flower #1

 

                                                        Flower #2

 

Be ready to answer the following questions:

Can you state the problem in your own words?
Where could the sprinkler be placed?
How do you know this fits the condition?
How many possible locations are there? Only one? More than one? Explain.
Can you generalize your answer?
If you connect the two flowers with a line segment. How is this line segment in relation to your answer?
Do you see any congruent triangles in your diagram?
If so, how do you know they are congruent?

Be ready to use the following terms:

Line Segment

Perpendicular line

Perpendicular bisector

Midpoint

Equidistant

Congruent

If you have any question, please ask your teacher or e-mail me.

Mr. Lora

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