Congruent triangles at an intersection

Congruent triangles at an intersection

Secondary 4
3 marks
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Straight lines \(AC\) and \(BD\) intersect at \(O\). The given lengths are in centimetres: \(AO=OC=4\) and \(BO=OD=3\). Also \(\angle AOB=70^\circ\).

  1. If \(\triangle AOB\) corresponds to \(\triangle COD\), which side corresponds to \(AB\)?[1]
  2. Prove that \(\triangle AOB\) and \(\triangle COD\) are congruent. State the three matching facts and the congruence test.[2]

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