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Chapter 11: Constructions (CBSE Class 9 Mathematics)

February 1, 2025 by Yash

Chapter 11: Constructions (CBSE Class 9 Mathematics)

## **1. Key Concepts in Constructions**
Chapter 11 of CBSE Class 9 Mathematics focuses on **geometrical constructions** using a ruler and compass. This chapter is crucial as it builds the foundation for higher-level geometry and practical applications.

### **Topics Covered:**
1. **Basic Constructions**
– Constructing a bisector of a given angle.
– Constructing the perpendicular bisector of a line segment.

2. **Construction of Triangles**
– Given base, base angle, and sum of the other two sides.
– Given base, base angle, and difference of the other two sides.
– Given perimeter and two base angles.

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## **2. Critical Evaluation of the Chapter**

### **(a) Common Challenges Faced by Students**
1. **Difficulty in Maintaining Precision:**
– Errors in measurements lead to incorrect constructions.
– Slight mistakes in using a compass result in inaccurate figures.

2. **Misinterpretation of Given Data:**
– Confusion between sum/difference of sides in triangle constructions.
– Misplacing the base angle or using the wrong approach.

3. **Errors in Using a Compass and Ruler Together:**
– Students often struggle with drawing perpendicular bisectors accurately.

4. **Forgetting Theoretical Justifications:**
– Many students focus on drawing but fail to justify their steps logically.

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## **3. Evaluation of Past 10 Years’ CBSE Questions**

### **1. Basic Construction-Based Questions**

#### **Question (2023, 2020, 2017, 2015)**
– Construct an angle of **75°** using a compass and bisector method.

#### **Solution:**
1. Draw a ray \( OA \).
2. Using a compass, mark an arc from \( O \) that cuts \( OA \) at \( B \).
3. Without changing the compass width, place it at \( B \) and draw another arc to get a point \( C \).
4. Keeping the compass at \( C \), mark another arc to get point \( D \).
5. Bisect \( \angle ABC \) to get \( 75^\circ \).

✅ **Final Answer: Angle of 75° Constructed**

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### **2. Triangle Construction Questions**

#### **Question (2022, 2018, 2014)**
– Construct a **triangle** where the base is **7 cm**, base angle is **50°**, and the sum of the other two sides is **12 cm**.

#### **Solution:**
1. Draw the base \( BC = 7 cm \).
2. Draw \( \angle B = 50^\circ \).
3. Extend the line beyond \( B \).
4. From \( B \), draw an arc of **12 cm** along the extended line.
5. Connect this new point with \( C \).
6. Bisect this line to locate the third vertex.

✅ **Final Answer: Triangle Constructed Successfully**

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### **3. Construction with Perpendicular Bisectors**

#### **Question (2021, 2019, 2016)**
– Construct a **perpendicular bisector** for a line segment of **8 cm**.

#### **Solution:**
1. Draw a line \( AB = 8 cm \).
2. Using a compass, place it at \( A \) and draw arcs above and below the line.
3. Without changing the radius, repeat the process from \( B \).
4. Mark the intersection points and draw a perpendicular bisector.

✅ **Final Answer: Perpendicular bisector drawn correctly**

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### **4. Application-Based Questions**

#### **Question (2020, 2015, 2012)**
– Given the perimeter of a **triangle = 15 cm** and base angles **45° and 60°**, construct the triangle.

#### **Solution:**
1. Draw a line segment equal to **15 cm (perimeter)**.
2. Construct **45°** and **60°** at each end.
3. The intersection of these two rays gives the required triangle.

✅ **Final Answer: Triangle Constructed Using Perimeter**

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## **4. Exam Preparation Tips**
1. **Practice with Precision:** Small errors can affect the accuracy of the construction.
2. **Revise All Triangle Construction Methods:** Understand when to apply each method.
3. **Use Proper Justifications:** Always explain why a step is performed.
4. **Solve Past Year Papers:** This helps in identifying common patterns.

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Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles

January 28, 2025 by Yash

Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles

To help you visualize better and prepare comprehensively, here are more practice problems along with explanations to strengthen the concepts.

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### **Problem 1: Prove a Property of a Triangle within a Parallelogram**
#### **Problem Statement**:
Prove that a triangle formed by joining any vertex of a parallelogram to the midpoints of the opposite side has one-fourth the area of the parallelogram.

#### **Solution with Diagram**:
1. **Steps**:
– Draw a parallelogram \( ABCD \).
– Mark the midpoints \( P \) and \( Q \) of sides \( BC \) and \( CD \), respectively.
– Join \( A \) to \( P \) and \( Q \) to form \( \triangle APQ \).

2. **Proof**:
– Since \( P \) and \( Q \) are midpoints, the line segment \( PQ \) is parallel to \( AB \) and half its length.
– The area of \( \triangle APQ \) is proportional to the base \( PQ \) and the height from \( A \) to \( PQ \).
– The height is half the height of the parallelogram because \( PQ \) divides \( ABCD \) into equal halves.
– Hence, \( \text{Area of } \triangle APQ = \frac{1}{4} \times \text{Area of Parallelogram ABCD.} \)

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### **Problem 2: Calculate the Area of a Quadrilateral Using Triangles**
#### **Problem Statement**:
Find the area of a quadrilateral \( ABCD \) with vertices \( A(2, 3), B(6, 7), C(10, 3), D(6, -1) \).

#### **Solution with Diagram**:
1. **Steps**:
– Divide the quadrilateral \( ABCD \) into two triangles: \( \triangle ABC \) and \( \triangle ACD \).
– Use the formula for the area of a triangle in coordinate geometry:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \left| x_1(y_2 – y_3) + x_2(y_3 – y_1) + x_3(y_1 – y_2) \right|
\]

2. **Area of \( \triangle ABC \)**:
\[
\text{Vertices: } A(2, 3), B(6, 7), C(10, 3)
\]
Substitute into the formula:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \left| 2(7-3) + 6(3-3) + 10(3-7) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| 2(4) + 6(0) + 10(-4) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| 8 – 40 \right| = \frac{1}{2} \times 32 = 16 \, \text{sq. units.}
\]

3. **Area of \( \triangle ACD \)**:
\[
\text{Vertices: } A(2, 3), C(10, 3), D(6, -1)
\]
Substitute into the formula:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \left| 2(3 – (-1)) + 10(-1 – 3) + 6(3 – 3) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| 2(4) + 10(-4) + 6(0) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| 8 – 40 \right| = \frac{1}{2} \times 32 = 16 \, \text{sq. units.}
\]

4. **Total Area of Quadrilateral**:
\[
\text{Area of } ABCD = \text{Area of } \triangle ABC + \text{Area of } \triangle ACD = 16 + 16 = 32 \, \text{sq. units.}
\]

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### **Problem 3: Relationship Between Parallelogram and Triangle Areas**
#### **Problem Statement**:
In a parallelogram \( ABCD \), diagonal \( AC \) divides it into two triangles. Prove that the area of \( \triangle ABC \) is equal to the area of \( \triangle ADC \).

#### **Solution**:
1. **Steps**:
– The diagonal \( AC \) divides the parallelogram \( ABCD \) into \( \triangle ABC \) and \( \triangle ADC \).
– Both triangles share the same diagonal \( AC \) as the base.
– Since \( AC \) is a diagonal, it divides the parallelogram into two equal parts.
– The height of both triangles is the perpendicular distance between \( AC \) and the opposite vertices.

2. **Conclusion**:
The areas of \( \triangle ABC \) and \( \triangle ADC \) are equal because they share the same base and height.

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### **Problem 4: Mixed Concept Problem with Coordinates**
#### **Problem Statement**:
Prove that the midpoints of the sides of a triangle form a parallelogram, and find its area using coordinate geometry if the vertices of the triangle are \( A(0, 0), B(4, 6), C(8, 0) \).

#### **Solution**:
1. **Steps**:
– Find the midpoints of sides \( AB \), \( BC \), and \( AC \):
\( M_1 \): Midpoint of \( AB = \left( \frac{0+4}{2}, \frac{0+6}{2} \right) = (2, 3) \).
\( M_2 \): Midpoint of \( BC = \left( \frac{4+8}{2}, \frac{6+0}{2} \right) = (6, 3) \).
\( M_3 \): Midpoint of \( AC = \left( \frac{0+8}{2}, \frac{0+0}{2} \right) = (4, 0) \).

– Prove that \( M_1M_2M_3M_4 \) is a parallelogram by verifying that opposite sides are parallel and equal.

– Use the area formula for coordinate geometry to find the area of the parallelogram.

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Detailed Solutions for Chapter 9 Practice Problems

January 28, 2025 by Yash

Detailed Solutions for Chapter 9 Practice Problems

1. Prove that if two triangles are on the same base and between the same parallels, they have equal areas.**

Given
– Two triangles \( \triangle ABC \) and \( \triangle DBC \) share the same base \( BC \).
– Both triangles lie between the same parallels \( BC \) and \( AD \).

**To Prove**:
\[
\text{Area of } \triangle ABC = \text{Area of } \triangle DBC
\]

**Proof**:
1. Draw a perpendicular from \( A \) to \( BC \), meeting \( BC \) at \( P \). Let the height be \( h_1 \).
2. Similarly, draw a perpendicular from \( D \) to \( BC \), meeting \( BC \) at \( Q \). Let the height be \( h_2 \).
3. Since both \( A \) and \( D \) lie on the same parallel \( AD \), we know \( h_1 = h_2 \).

The area of \( \triangle ABC \):
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{Base} \times \text{Height} = \frac{1}{2} \times BC \times h_1
\]

The area of \( \triangle DBC \):
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{Base} \times \text{Height} = \frac{1}{2} \times BC \times h_2
\]

Since \( h_1 = h_2 \):
\[
\text{Area of } \triangle ABC = \text{Area of } \triangle DBC
\]

**Conclusion**:
Triangles on the same base and between the same parallels have equal areas.

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**2. A parallelogram has sides \( 12 \, \text{cm} \) and \( 15 \, \text{cm} \). Its height corresponding to the base \( 12 \, \text{cm} \) is \( 8 \, \text{cm} \). Find its area.**

**Solution**:
– **Base** \( = 12 \, \text{cm} \)
– **Height** \( = 8 \, \text{cm} \)

Area of a parallelogram:
\[
\text{Area} = \text{Base} \times \text{Height}
\]

Substitute the values:
\[
\text{Area} = 12 \times 8 = 96 \, \text{cm}^2
\]

#### **Answer**:
The area of the parallelogram is \( 96 \, \text{cm}^2 \).

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**3. The vertices of a triangle are \( A(-2, -3), B(3, 5), \text{and } C(5, -1) \). Calculate its area using coordinate geometry.**

**Solution**:
The formula for the area of a triangle with vertices \( (x_1, y_1), (x_2, y_2), (x_3, y_3) \) is:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \left| x_1(y_2 – y_3) + x_2(y_3 – y_1) + x_3(y_1 – y_2) \right|
\]

Substitute \( A(-2, -3), B(3, 5), C(5, -1) \):
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \left| -2(5 – (-1)) + 3(-1 – (-3)) + 5((-3) – 5) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| -2(6) + 3(2) + 5(-8) \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| -12 + 6 – 40 \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \left| -46 \right|
\]
\[
= \frac{1}{2} \times 46 = 23 \, \text{sq. units}
\]

#### **Answer**:
The area of the triangle is \( 23 \, \text{sq. units} \).

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### **4. A quadrilateral \( ABCD \) is divided into two triangles by a diagonal. Prove that the sum of their areas equals the area of the quadrilateral.**

#### **Given**:
Quadrilateral \( ABCD \) with diagonal \( AC \) dividing it into \( \triangle ABC \) and \( \triangle ACD \).

#### **To Prove**:
\[
\text{Area of } \triangle ABC + \text{Area of } \triangle ACD = \text{Area of Quadrilateral } ABCD
\]

#### **Proof**:
1. Draw diagonal \( AC \).
2. The area of \( \triangle ABC \) is given by:
\[
\text{Area} = \frac{1}{2} \times \text{Base} \times \text{Height}
\]
3. The area of \( \triangle ACD \) is similarly calculated using \( AC \) as the base.

Adding the areas of the two triangles:
\[
\text{Area of } \triangle ABC + \text{Area of } \triangle ACD = \text{Area of Quadrilateral } ABCD
\]

#### **Conclusion**:
The total area of the two triangles equals the area of the quadrilateral.

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### **5. Prove that the diagonals of a parallelogram divide it into four triangles of equal areas.**

#### **Given**:
A parallelogram \( ABCD \) with diagonals \( AC \) and \( BD \) intersecting at \( O \).

#### **To Prove**:
\[
\text{Area of } \triangle AOB = \text{Area of } \triangle BOC = \text{Area of } \triangle COD = \text{Area of } \triangle DOA
\]

#### **Proof**:
1. In \( \triangle AOB \) and \( \triangle COD \):
– \( AC \) is the diagonal, and it divides the parallelogram into two equal parts.
– Therefore, \( \text{Area of } \triangle AOB = \text{Area of } \triangle COD. \)

2. Similarly, in \( \triangle BOC \) and \( \triangle DOA \):
– \( BD \) divides the parallelogram into two equal parts.
– Therefore, \( \text{Area of } \triangle BOC = \text{Area of } \triangle DOA. \)

3. Since \( AC \) and \( BD \) intersect at \( O \), the four triangles are of equal area.

#### **Conclusion**:
The diagonals of a parallelogram divide it into four triangles of equal areas.

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Critical Analysis of Chapter 9: Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles

January 28, 2025 by Yash

Critical Analysis of Chapter 9: Areas of Parallelograms and Triangles
Detailed Analysis with Examples (Based on CBSE Exam Trends)

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### **Key Concepts and Their Critical Analysis**

1. **Derivation of Formulas for the Area of a Parallelogram and Triangle Using Base and Height**
– **Critical Analysis**:
Understanding that the area depends on the perpendicular distance (height) drawn from a vertex to the base is crucial. Many students confuse height with any side of the figure. Proper visualization of perpendicular height relative to the base is emphasized in CBSE.

– **Example from CBSE Exams**:
**Q1 (2017)**: Prove that the area of a parallelogram is the product of its base and corresponding height.
**Q2 (2015)**: The base of a triangle is 8 cm, and its height is 5 cm. Find the area.

– **Example for Practice**:
Prove that if the diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each other, the parallelogram divides into two triangles of equal areas.

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2. **Application of Coordinate Geometry to Calculate Areas**
– **Critical Analysis**:
Application of the formula:
\[
\text{Area of a Triangle} = \frac{1}{2} \left| x_1(y_2-y_3) + x_2(y_3-y_1) + x_3(y_1-y_2) \right|
\]
helps in handling irregular figures and shapes plotted on the Cartesian plane. This concept often confuses students due to sign errors and incorrect substitutions. CBSE examiners focus on step-by-step calculations.

– **Example from CBSE Exams**:
**Q1 (2019)**: Calculate the area of a triangle with vertices \( A(1, 2), B(4, 6), C(7, 2) \).
**Q2 (2022)**: A triangle is formed by the points \( (0, 0), (3, 4), (6, 0) \). Find its area using coordinate geometry.

– **Example for Practice**:
Determine the area of a quadrilateral with vertices \( (1, 2), (3, 4), (5, 6), (1, 6) \) by dividing it into two triangles.

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3. **Relationship Between Parallelograms and Triangles Sharing the Same Base and Between the Same Parallels**
– **Critical Analysis**:
Students often struggle with visualizing why triangles within parallelograms have equal areas when sharing a base and height. This concept is critical in solving both proof-based and numerical problems in CBSE. Emphasis is on diagrammatic representation in solutions.

– **Example from CBSE Exams**:
**Q1 (2018)**: Prove that triangles on the same base and between the same parallels are equal in area.
**Q2 (2021)**: Two triangles \( ABC \) and \( DEF \) share the same base and are between the same parallels. Show that their areas are equal.

– **Example for Practice**:
A parallelogram \( ABCD \) has diagonals intersecting at \( O \). Prove that triangles \( AOB \) and \( COD \) have equal areas.

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### **Challenges and Solutions with Examples**

1. **Understanding the Concept of Height Relative to the Base**
– **Challenge**: Students often fail to correctly identify the height of a shape relative to its base, especially in irregular figures.
– **Solution**: Use multiple examples with diagrams to illustrate perpendicular heights for various cases.

– **Example for Practice**:
A parallelogram has a base of 12 cm and a height of 5 cm. Find the area when the base changes to 10 cm but remains within the same parallels.

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2. **Confusion While Applying Area Formulas in Coordinate Geometry**
– **Challenge**: Substitution of incorrect signs or coordinates during calculations.
– **Solution**: Encourage writing the coordinate formula and substituting values systematically with clear steps.

– **Example for Practice**:
A triangle has vertices at \( (2, 3), (4, 8), (6, 3) \). Calculate its area and verify the result by splitting the triangle into two right triangles.

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3. **Difficulty Visualizing Relationships Between Shapes**
– **Challenge**: Proving equal areas or relationships between triangles and parallelograms is difficult without proper diagrammatic representation.
– **Solution**: Focus on step-by-step geometric proofs supported by labeled diagrams.

– **Example for Practice**:
Prove that a triangle formed by the midpoints of the sides of a parallelogram has one-fourth the area of the parallelogram.

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### **CBSE Exam Trends (Last 10 Years)**

– Proof-based questions from this chapter are common, accounting for 3–4 marks.
– Coordinate geometry-based area calculations appear as numerical problems, often worth 3 marks.
– Diagram-based problems related to parallelograms and triangles sharing the same base are frequently tested.

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### **Practice Problems for CBSE Exam Preparation**

1. Prove that if two triangles are on the same base and between the same parallels, they have equal areas.
2. A parallelogram has sides \( 12 \, \text{cm} \) and \( 15 \, \text{cm} \). Its height corresponding to the base \( 12 \, \text{cm} \) is \( 8 \, \text{cm} \). Find its area.
3. The vertices of a triangle are \( A(-2, -3), B(3, 5), \text{and } C(5, -1) \). Calculate its area using coordinate geometry.
4. A quadrilateral \( ABCD \) is divided into two triangles by a diagonal. Prove that the sum of their areas equals the area of the quadrilateral.
5. Prove that the diagonals of a parallelogram divide it into four triangles of equal areas.

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Diagram Explanation: Pythagoras Theorem

January 17, 2025 by Yash

Vertices:
- A(0,0)A(0, 0): The origin and one corner of the right triangle.
- B(4,0)B(4, 0): The base endpoint on the x-axis.
- C(0,3)C(0, 3): The height endpoint on the y-axis.
Highlighted Right Angle:
- The ∠A\angle A at the origin is 90∘90^\circ.
Hypotenuse (AC):
- Represents the longest side of the triangle, opposite the right angle.

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CBSE Class 9 Mathematics Chapter 7: Triangles

January 17, 2025 by Yash

Critical Evaluation

1. Chapter Overview

This chapter introduces the concept of triangles, their properties, and the criteria for triangle congruence. It sets the stage for advanced geometry topics by exploring:

Properties of triangles.
Congruence of triangles.
Inequalities in triangles.
Basic proportionality theorem.

2. Strengths

Practical Application:
- Widely applicable concepts in real life, such as in architecture and engineering, where stability and symmetry are essential.
Logical Thinking:
- Encourages deductive reasoning and problem-solving through proofs and constructions.
Structured Approach:
- Clear progression from basic properties to advanced theorems.
Visualization:
- Involves hands-on activities, such as drawing and analyzing triangles, making the learning process engaging.

3. Challenges

Abstract Proofs:
- Proofs of congruence and inequalities can be challenging for students who struggle with logical reasoning.
Conceptual Understanding:
- Misconceptions about congruence criteria (e.g., misunderstanding SSS, SAS, and ASA).
Limited Real-Life Contexts:
- The chapter could include more examples that relate to everyday scenarios.

4. Key Concepts Evaluated

Congruence of Triangles:
- Criteria: SSS,SAS,ASA,AASSSS, SAS, ASA, AAS, and RHSRHS.
- Application: Proving the equality of sides and angles in triangles.
Inequalities in Triangles:
- The sum of any two sides of a triangle is greater than the third side.
- The side opposite the larger angle is longer.
Pythagoras Theorem:
- Proves the relationship between the sides of a right triangle.
Basic Proportionality Theorem (Thales’ Theorem):
- If a line is drawn parallel to one side of a triangle, it divides the other two sides proportionally.

5. Recommendations for Improvement

Interactive Proofs:
- Use dynamic geometry tools (e.g., GeoGebra) to visualize and manipulate triangles.
Real-Life Examples:
- Examples like the design of triangular bridges or sails to explain the concepts.
Simplified Proofs:
- Step-by-step breakdown of proofs for easier comprehension.
Diverse Practice Problems:
- Include problems that challenge both conceptual understanding and application skills.

6. Practice Problems

Problem 1: Congruence Criteria
Two triangles △ABC\triangle ABC and △DEF\triangle DEF have AB=DEAB = DE, ∠A=∠D\angle A = \angle D, and AC=DFAC = DF. Prove that the triangles are congruent.

Solution:

Given AB=DEAB = DE, AC=DFAC = DF, and ∠A=∠D\angle A = \angle D.
By the SASSAS criterion, △ABC≅△DEF\triangle ABC \cong \triangle DEF.

Problem 2: Triangle Inequalities
Prove that in a triangle △ABC\triangle ABC, the sum of any two sides is greater than the third side.

Solution:

Consider AB+BC>ACAB + BC > AC, BC+AC>ABBC + AC > AB, and AC+AB>BCAC + AB > BC.
Proof involves considering the triangle’s angles and using the exterior angle property.

Problem 3: Basic Proportionality Theorem
In △ABC\triangle ABC, DE∥BCDE \parallel BC, and DD and EE are points on ABAB and ACAC, respectively. Prove ADDB=AEEC\frac{AD}{DB} = \frac{AE}{EC}.

Problem 4: Pythagoras Theorem
In a right triangle △ABC\triangle ABC, prove that AB2+BC2=AC2AB^2 + BC^2 = AC^2.

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Let’s delve into detailed solutions for key example problems from Chapter 6 CBSE: Lines and Angles

January 17, 2025 by Yash

Example 1: Prove Vertical Opposite Angles are Equal

Question

Given two intersecting lines, prove that vertical opposite angles are equal.

Solution

Given: Two lines ABAB and CDCD intersect at OO.
- Let ∠AOC\angle AOC and ∠BOD\angle BOD be one pair of vertical opposite angles.
- Let ∠AOD\angle AOD and ∠BOC\angle BOC be the other pair of vertical opposite angles.
To Prove:
∠AOC=∠BOD\angle AOC = \angle BOD and ∠AOD=∠BOC\angle AOD = \angle BOC.
Proof:
- In △AOC\triangle AOC: ∠AOC+∠BOD=180∘(Linear Pair Axiom).\angle AOC + \angle BOD = 180^\circ \quad \text{(Linear Pair Axiom)}.
- Similarly, ∠BOD+∠AOD=180∘.\angle BOD + \angle AOD = 180^\circ.
- From the above equations, ∠AOC=∠BOD.\angle AOC = \angle BOD.
- Similarly, ∠AOD=∠BOC.\angle AOD = \angle BOC.
Conclusion: Vertical opposite angles are equal.

Example 2: Prove Corresponding Angles are Equal

Question

Prove that if a transversal intersects two parallel lines, the corresponding angles are equal.

Solution

Given: Two parallel lines l1l_1 and l2l_2, and a transversal tt intersecting them at points PP and QQ.
- Let ∠1\angle 1 and ∠2\angle 2 be corresponding angles.
To Prove:
∠1=∠2\angle 1 = \angle 2.
Proof:
- Since l1∥l2l_1 \parallel l_2, and tt is a transversal, alternate interior angles are equal: ∠1=∠3.\angle 1 = \angle 3.
- But ∠3\angle 3 is vertically opposite to ∠2\angle 2, so: ∠3=∠2.\angle 3 = \angle 2.
- Therefore: ∠1=∠2.\angle 1 = \angle 2.
Conclusion: Corresponding angles are equal when a transversal intersects two parallel lines.

Example 3: Angle Sum Property of a Triangle

Question

Prove that the sum of the angles in a triangle is 180∘180^\circ.

Solution

Given: A triangle ABCABC.
- Extend BCBC to DD.
To Prove:
∠A+∠B+∠C=180∘\angle A + \angle B + \angle C = 180^\circ.
Construction:
- Draw a line DEDE parallel to ABAB through CC.
Proof:
- Since DE∥ABDE \parallel AB, and ACAC is a transversal: ∠A=∠1(Corresponding Angles).\angle A = \angle 1 \quad \text{(Corresponding Angles)}.
- Similarly, BCBC is a transversal: ∠B=∠2(Corresponding Angles).\angle B = \angle 2 \quad \text{(Corresponding Angles)}.
- Along the straight line DEDE: ∠1+∠C+∠2=180∘.\angle 1 + \angle C + \angle 2 = 180^\circ.
- Substituting: ∠A+∠B+∠C=180∘.\angle A + \angle B + \angle C = 180^\circ.
Conclusion: The sum of the angles in a triangle is 180∘180^\circ.

Example 4: Exam-Style Problem

Question

In the figure below, AB∥CDAB \parallel CD, and EFEF is a transversal. If ∠AEF=65∘\angle AEF = 65^\circ, find ∠CFE\angle CFE.

Solution

Given: AB∥CDAB \parallel CD, EFEF is a transversal, and ∠AEF=65∘\angle AEF = 65^\circ.
To Find:
∠CFE\angle CFE.
Solution:
- Since AB∥CDAB \parallel CD, and EFEF is a transversal: ∠AEF=∠CFE(Alternate Interior Angles).\angle AEF = \angle CFE \quad \text{(Alternate Interior Angles)}.
- Substituting: ∠CFE=65∘.\angle CFE = 65^\circ.
Conclusion:
∠CFE=65∘\angle CFE = 65^\circ.

Practice Problems

In a triangle, one angle is 90∘90^\circ, and another is 45∘45^\circ. Find the third angle.
Prove that if two lines are parallel, the alternate interior angles are equal.
If two angles of a triangle are 50∘50^\circ and 60∘60^\circ, find the third angle.
Prove that the exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of its two opposite interior angles.

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Introduction to Euclid’s Geometry with detailed explanations, examples, and solutions to help you excel..

January 13, 2025 by Yash

Example 1: Understanding Postulates

Question

Using Euclid’s postulates, prove that:
“A straight line can be drawn from any one point to any other point.”

Solution

Postulate Referenced:
- Euclid’s First Postulate states, “A straight line can be drawn from any one point to any other point.”
Explanation:
- Consider two points AA and BB in a plane.
- According to the postulate, there exists one and only one straight line that passes through both AA and BB.
Diagram:
Draw a plane with two points labeled AA and BB, and connect them with a straight line.
This represents the unique straight line as per the postulate.
Conclusion:
The statement is a direct application of Euclid’s First Postulate.

Example 2: Understanding Axioms

Question

Explain the axiom: “Things that are equal to the same thing are equal to one another.” Illustrate with an example.

Solution

Axiom Statement:
- This is Euclid’s First Axiom, which states that if two quantities are each equal to a third quantity, they are equal to each other.
Explanation:
- Let a=ba = b and b=cb = c.
- Since both aa and cc are equal to bb, it follows that a=ca = c.
Example:
- Suppose AB=5 cmAB = 5 \, \text{cm}, BC=5 cmBC = 5 \, \text{cm}.
- Since ABAB and BCBC are both equal to 5 cm, we conclude AB=BCAB = BC.
Diagram:
Draw a line segment divided into two parts ABAB and BCBC, both labeled 5 cm5 \, \text{cm}.

Example 3: Application of Euclid’s Fifth Postulate

Question

Explain the significance of Euclid’s Fifth Postulate and provide an example.

Solution

Postulate Statement:
- Euclid’s Fifth Postulate states, “If a straight line falling on two straight lines makes the interior angles on the same side less than two right angles, the two straight lines, if produced indefinitely, meet on that side.”
Explanation:
- This is the basis for parallel and non-parallel lines.
- If the sum of the interior angles is less than 180∘180^\circ, the lines will meet on that side.
Example:
- Consider two lines l1l_1 and l2l_2, and a transversal tt.
- Measure the interior angles on the same side of the transversal.
  - If ∠1+∠2<180∘\angle 1 + \angle 2 < 180^\circ, the lines l1l_1 and l2l_2 will meet.
Diagram:
Draw two lines and a transversal, showing interior angles ∠1\angle 1 and ∠2\angle 2.

Example 4: Exam-Style Proof

Question

Prove that:
The sum of the angles in a triangle is 180∘180^\circ.

Solution

Given: A triangle ABCABC.
To Prove: ∠A+∠B+∠C=180∘\angle A + \angle B + \angle C = 180^\circ.
Construction:
- Draw a line DEDE parallel to BCBC through AA.
- Extend ABAB and ACAC to meet DEDE.
Proof:
- By the Alternate Interior Angle Theorem, ∠CAB=∠DAB,∠ACB=∠EAC.\angle CAB = \angle DAB, \quad \angle ACB = \angle EAC.
- Along the straight line DEDE, ∠DAB+∠BAC+∠EAC=180∘.\angle DAB + \angle BAC + \angle EAC = 180^\circ.
- Substituting, ∠CAB+∠ABC+∠BCA=180∘.\angle CAB + \angle ABC + \angle BCA = 180^\circ.
Conclusion: ∠A+∠B+∠C=180∘.\angle A + \angle B + \angle C = 180^\circ.
Diagram:
Draw triangle ABCABC with the parallel line DEDE and the angles marked.

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