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EXAMPLE 1 Use the Midsegment Theorem to find lengths CONSTRUCTION SOLUTION UV = 1 2 RT = 1 2 ( 90 in.)=45 in. RS = 2 VW = 2 ( 57 in.)=114 in. Triangles are used for strength in roof trusses. In the diagram, UV and VW are midsegments of Find UV and RS. RST.

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Triangles are used for strength in roof trusses. In the diagram, UV and VW are midsegments of. RST. Find UV and RS. 1. 1. 2. 2. RT. ( 90 in .). =. 45 in. =. =. UV. VW. ( 57 in .). 2. 2. =. 114 in. =. =. RS. EXAMPLE 1. Use the Midsegment Theorem to find lengths. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Page 1: EXAMPLE  1

EXAMPLE 1 Use the Midsegment Theorem to find lengths

CONSTRUCTION

SOLUTION

UV =12 RT =

12 ( 90 in.) = 45 in.

RS = 2 VW = 2 ( 57 in.) = 114 in.

Triangles are used for strength in roof trusses. In the diagram, UV and VW are midsegments of

Find UV and RS.RST.

Page 2: EXAMPLE  1

GUIDED PRACTICE for Example 1

1. Copy the diagram in Example 1. Draw and name the third midsegment.

2. In Example 1, suppose the distance UW is 81 inches. Find VS.

ANSWER

81 in.

ANSWER

UW