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Midsegments of Triangles
 


Activity Overview

Students will explore the properties of the midsegment, a segment that connects the midpoints of two sides of a triangle. First, students will construct and investigate one midsegment and the relationship of the new small triangle to the original triangle. Then, all three midsegments will be constructed and this figure will be explored.

Before the Activity

Download the attached teacher files and look over the information on the first page. Distribute the Student Worksheet for use during the activity.

During the Activity

Discuss the material from the activity pages with students as needed.

After the Activity

Encourage students to summarize what they have learned from completing the activity.

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Subject Area:
Math : Geometry : Triangles
Math : Geometry : Similarity

Author:
Texas Instruments

Level:
9-12

Activity Time:
40 Minutes

Device:
TI-83 Plus Family, TI-84 Plus Family

Apps:
Cabri™ Jr.

Software:
TI Connect™

Accessories:
TI Connectivity Cable, Unit-to-Unit link cables

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