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Mathematics 8
Quarter 3 – Week 5
(Proving Two Congruent Triangles
Using SAS, ASA, SSS and AAS
Postulates)
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Mathematics 8
Learners’ Activity Sheets
Quarter 3 – Week 5: Proving Two Congruent Triangles Using SAS, ASA, SSS
and AAS Postulates
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 Learners Activity
Sheets
Mathematics
Quarter 3 – Week 5
(Proving Two Congruent Triangles
Using SAS, ASA, SSS and AAS
Postulates)

Amelita N. Tupaz
Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
amelita.tupaz@deped.gov.ph
 MATHEMATICS 8

QUARTER 3, WEEK 5

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET NO. 5

PROVING TWO CONGRUENT TRIANGLES USING SAS, ASA, SSS AND AAS
POSTULATES

Name of the Learner: ___________________________________ Section: ______________

School: _________________________________________________ Date: _________________

I. Learning Competency:

 proves two triangles are congruent. (M8GEIIIg-1)

 proves statements on triangle congruence. (M8GEIIIh-1)

II. Key Concepts

This activity sheet focused proving two triangles that are congruent
and statements in triangle congruence using SAS, ASA, SSS and AAS.
Below are the activities with regard to this topic. Read the directions of
every activity and answer what is asked.

III. Activity

Day 1: Proving Two Triangles Congruent using SAS and ASA Postulates

SAS Postulate: If two sides and the included angle of one triangle are
congruent to the corresponding parts of another triangle, then the
triangles are congruent.

Y
If SI ≅ EY, ∠I ≅ ∠Y and MI ≅ LY,
then ΔSIM ≅ ΔLYE by SAS
Postulate.

Included angle is the angle formed by two given sides. In the diagram, ∠ I
is the included angle of sides SI and MI while ∠Y is the included angle of
sides LY and EY .

ASA Postulate: If two angles and the included side of one triangle are
congruent to the corresponding parts of another triangle, then
the triangles are congruent.

If ∠ I ≅∠Y , SI ≅ EY and ∠ S ≅ ∠ E ,
then ΔSIM ≅ ΔLYE by ASA Postulate.
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 Included side is the side formed by two given angles. In the diagram,
SI is the included side of angles ∠ S and ∠ I while EY is the include side of
angles ∠ E and ∠ Y .

Example 1
Statement Reason
Given (look at the
1. MR ≅ KR number of lines
between the two lines)
Given (both two angles
2. ∠MRA ≅ ∠KRA
form 900)
3. AR ≅ AR Reflexive Property

4. ΔMRA ≅ ΔKRA SAS Postulate

Example 2
Statement Reason
Given (look at the
number of lines
1. ∠ M ≅ ∠R
between the angle in
the two triangles)
2. MY ≅ RG Given
3. ∠Y ≅ ∠G Given

4. ΔMYA ≅ ΔRGE ASA Postulate

Example 3. Let us find out how we can apply the Congruence Postulates to
prove that two triangles are congruent. Study the examples below:

Given: MA ≅ TA , ∠ MAH ≅ ∠TAH

Prove: ΔMAH ≅ ΔTAH

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. MA ≅ TA 1. Given
2. ∠ MAH ≅ ∠TAH 2. Given
3. AH ≅ AH 3. Reflexive Property
4. ΔMAH ≅ ΔTAH 4. SAS Postulate

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 Example 4
Given: R is the midpoint of MY and ∠ EMR ≅ ∠ CYR
Prove: ΔERM ≅ ΔCRY

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. ∠ EMR ≅ ∠ CYR 1. Given
2. R is the midpoint of MY 2. Given

3. MR ≅ YR 3. Definition of a Midpoint

4. ∠ ERM ≅ ∠CRY 4. Vertical Angle Theorem

5. ΔERM ≅ ΔCRY 5. ASA Postulate

Independent Practice: Day 1

A. “Are We Congruent?”
Directions: Write Yes, if the two triangles are congruent and No if not.
State the postulate to justify your answer and write it on the box
provided.

1. 3.

2. 4.

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 B. “Please, Complete Me.”
Directions: Complete the proof.

Given: JR bisects ∠ EJI and EJ ≅ IJ

Prove: ΔEJR ≅ ΔIJR

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. EJ ≅ IJ 1. ____________________________

2. ______________________ 2. Definition of angle bisector

3. ______________________ 3. Reflexive Property

4. ΔEJR ≅ ΔIJR 4. ___________________________

Day 2: Proving Congruence of Triangles Using SSS and AAS

SSS Postulate: If the three sides of one triangle are congruent to the
corresponding three sides of another triangle, then the triangles are
congruent.

Y
If SI ≅ EY, SM ≅ LE and MI ≅ LY, then
ΔSIM ≅ ΔLYE by SSS Postulate.

AAS Postulate: If two angles and the side opposite one of the angles in one
triangle are congruent to the corresponding parts of another triangle,
then the triangles are congruent.

If ∠I ≅ ∠Y, ∠M ≅ ∠L and SI ≅ LY, then

Y ΔSIM ≅ ΔLYE by AAS Postulate.

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Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
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 For examples 1-3, Are the two triangles congruent? If so, state the
postulate/theorem used.

Example 1. Example 2.

Yes, AAS Theorem Yes, SSS Theorem

Example 3

No, Insufficient markings

Example 4. Given: ∠AER ≅ ∠ANR, RA bisects ∠ERN

Prove: ΔEAR ≅ ΔNAR

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. ∠AER ≅ ∠ANR 1. Given
2. RA bisects ∠ERN 2. Given

3. ∠ARE ≅ ∠ARN 3. Definition of Angle bisector

4. RA ≅ RA 4. Reflexive Property
5. ΔEAR ≅ ΔNAR 5. AAS Postulate

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 Example 5. Given: AR ≅ DR, AC ≅ DC
Prove: ΔACR ≅ ΔDCR:

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. AR ≅ DR, AC ≅ DC 1. Given
2. CR ≅ CR 2. Reflexive Property

3. ΔACR ≅ ΔDCR 3. SSS Postulate

Independent Practice: Day 2

A. “Am We Congruent?”
Direction: Write Yes, if the two triangles are congruent and No if not. State
the postulate to justify your answer and write it on the box provided.

1. 3.

2. 4.

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 B. “Perfect Match!”
Direction: Write the complete proof of the given below.

Given: MA ≅ TH, MH ≅ TA
Prove: ΔMAT ≅ ΔTHM

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. 1.
2. 2.
3. 3.

4. 4.
5. 5.

Day 3-4: Proving Statements on Triangle Congruence

In geometry we use proofs to show something is true. They are special

form of argument in which you have to justify every step of the argument
with a reason. Valid reasons are definitions, properties, postulates and
theorems.

Two-Column Proof

One way to organize your thoughts when writing a proof is to use a

two-column proof. This probably is the most common kind of proof in
geometry, and it has two columns with a specific format;
• In the left column you write statements that lead to what to prove.
• In the right column, you write reasons for each step you take.
• Most proofs start with the “given” information and
• The conclusion is the statement you are trying to prove.

Congruent Triangles.

If two triangles have 3 corresponding sides and 3 corresponding

angles that are congruent, then they are said to be congruent triangles.

The parts of congruent triangles that “match” is called

corresponding parts.

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Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
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 Key to remember. When you are creating a proof, you list the
information that are given, list any other information you can deduce, and
then whatever it is you are trying to prove.

While congruent triangle proofs can be little challenging, here is the basic 3-
step method to use to set them up.

3 Steps to a Proof
1. Mark the given information to the diagram.
2. Identify the congruence postulate/ theorem to be used and
the additional information needed and why.
3. Write down the statements and reasons. Make sure your last
statement is what you are supposed to be proving.

Congruence Statement

In a congruence statement, order matters. Every part should be

matched to the other.

Example 1: ΔYNA ≅ ΔJOB

Corresponding parts of congruent triangles are congruent (CPCTC)

YN ≅ JO or YN = JO
NA ≅ OB or NA = OB
YA ≅ JB or YA = JB
∠Y ≅ ∠J or m∠Y = m∠J
∠N ≅ ∠O or m∠N = m∠O
∠A ≅ ∠B or m∠A = m∠B

Let us try to prove statements on triangle congruence.

Example 2. Given: O is the midpoint of AC and BD, AB ≅ DC

Prove: ΔAOB ≅ ΔCOD

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 Solution: Proof:
Statement Reason
1. O is the midpoint AC and BD 1. Given
2. AO ≅ CO, BO ≅ DO 2. Definition of Midpoint
3. AB ≅ DC 3. Given
4. ΔAOB ≅ ΔCOD 4. SSS Congruence Postulate

Example 3: Given: OM is a bisector of ∠SOE and

∠S ≅ ∠E
Prove: M is the midpoint of SE

Solution: Plan: For a point to be a midpoint of a segment, the new segments

formed two equal parts. Thus, in the figure we need to prove that
SM ≅ EM. Since the two segments are corresponding parts of
ΔOSM and ΔOEM, we need to prove their congruency. An angle
bisector divides the angle into two congruent parts.

Proof:

Statement Reason
1.OM is a bisector of ∠SOE 1. Given
2. ∠SOM ≅ ∠EOM 2. Definition of Angle Bisector
3. ∠S ≅ ∠E 3. Given
4. ΔSOE is an Isosceles triangle 4. Definition of Isosceles triangle
4. SO ≅ EO 4. Converse of Isosceles Triangle
Theorem
5. ΔOSM ≅ ΔOEM 5. ASA Postulate
6. SM ≅ EM 6. CPCTC
6. M is the midpoint of SE 6. Definition of Midpoint

Example 4: Given: GL ≅ GN and ∠GLE ≅ ∠GNO

Prove: LE ≅ NO

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 Proof:
Statement Reason
1.GL ≅ GN, ∠GLE ≅ ∠GNO 1. Given
2. ∠LGE ≅ ∠NGO 2. Reflexive Property
3. ΔGLE ≅ ΔGNO 3. ASA Postulate
4. LE ≅ NO 4. CPCTC

Example 5: Given: GV ≅ NV and ∠G ≅ ∠N

Prove: ∠I ≅ ∠E

Proof:
Statement Reason
1.GV ≅ NV, ∠G ≅ ∠N 1. Given
2. ∠GVI ≅ ∠NVE 2. Vertical angle Theorem
3. ΔGVI ≅ ΔNVE 3. ASA Postulate
4. ∠I ≅ ∠E 4. CPCTC

Independent Practice: Day 3-4

A. “Find My Missing Piece”
Directions: Fill in the missing statements and reasons.
Given: OJ bisects ∠ROB and ∠RJB
Prove: RJ ≅ BJ

Solution: Proof:
Statement Reason
1. OJ bisects ∠ROB and ∠RJB 1. ______________________________
2. _________________________ 2. Definition of Angle Bisector
3. ∠RJO ≅ ∠BJO 3. _______________________________
4. ___________________________________ 4. Reflexive Property
5. ΔRJO ≅ ΔBJO 5. ________________________________
6. PQ ≅ PS 6. ________________________________
B. “You Complete Me!”

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 Directions: Complete the proof.
Given: V is the midpoint of IE, ∠I ≅ ∠E
Prove: V is the midpoint of GR

Solution: Proof:
Statement
1. V is the midpoint of IE, ∠I ≅ ∠E
2. _________________________
3. __________________________
4. ΔGVI ≅ ΔRVE
5. _______________________
6. V is the midpoint of GR
Reason
1. ______________________________
2. Definition of Midpoint
3. Vertical Angle Theorem
4. ______________________________
5. CPCTC
6. __________________________________

C. “Perfect Match!”
Directions: Write the complete proof of the given below.
Given: ∠1 ≅ ∠2, MI ≅ EL
Prove: ∠3 ≅ ∠4

Solution: Proof
Statement Reason
1. 1.

2. 2.

3. 3.

4. 4.

5. 5.

IV. Assessment
Directions: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. What property of congruence is illustrated in the statement, “If
AB≅AB?
A. Symmetric B. Transitive C. Reflexive D. Multiplication

2. ΔSUM ≅ ΔPRO, which angle is congruent to ∠M?

A. ∠S B. ∠P C. ∠R D. ∠O

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Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
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 3. What postulate states that, “If the three sides of one triangle are
congruent to the corresponding parts of another triangle, then the
triangles are congruent”?
A. SSS Postulate C. ASA Postulate
B. SAS Postulate D. AAS Theorem

4. In figure at the right, if TA ≅ HA, what additional information do we

need so that ∆EAT ≅ ∆CAH by SAS Postulate?

A. TE ≅ HC B. EA ≅ CA C. ∠T ≅ ∠H D. ∠E ≅ ∠C

5. ΔTIN ≅ ΔCAN, then ΔNAC is congruent to ____.

A. ΔITN B. ΔNIT C. ΔTNI D. ΔINT

V. Enrichment Activity: “Let’s Do It!”

Directions: Name and illustrate the objects found at home that show
congruent triangles. Justify why the parts of the triangles
are congruent.
Rubrics for scoring:
10 8 6 4 2
Able to identify Able to identify Able to identify Able to identify Able to identify
at least 5 4 objects 3 objects 2 objects at least 1
objects showing showing showing showing object showing
congruent congruent congruent congruent
congruent
triangles and triangles and triangles and triangles but
triangles and able to justify able to justify able to justify unable to
able to justify their their their justify their
their congruence congruence congruence congruence
congruence

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Amelita N. Tupaz
Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
amelita.tupaz@deped.gov.ph
 amelita.tupaz@deped.gov.ph
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
Day 3-4 Independent Practice
Mabuhay National High School
“Find My Missing Piece” Day 1 Amelita N. Tupaz
1. Given 4. JO “Are We Congruent?”
2. 5. ASA Postulate
3. Definition of Angle Bisector 6. CPCTC Yes, SAS Postulate3. Yes, SAS Postulate
Yes, ASA Postulate4. Yes, ASA Postulate
“You Complete Me!”
Given 4. ASA Postulate “Please, Complete Me”
IV 5. GVRV Given3. RJ
6. Definition of Midpoint ∠EJR4. SAS Postulate
“Perfect Match!” Day 2
“Are We Congruent”
Yes, AAS Theorem 3. Yes, SSS Postulate
No 4. Yes, AAS Theorem
Assessment
C 2. D 3.A 4.B 5.B
B. “Perfect Match”
Enrichment Activity: “Let’s Do It!”
Student’s answer may vary
Answer Key VII.
Exit Ticket: Directions:
STILL HAVE
QUESTION I
1.

1
INTERESTING
2.
FOUND
2
1.
THINGS I
3.
TODAY
LEARNED
2.
THINGS I

3
1.
Closure/What I have learned VI.
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 VIII. Reference for learners

Alferez, Merle S. and Alvin E. Lambino. 2004. MSA Geometry. Quezon

City. MSA Academic Advancement Institute.

Abuzo, Emmanuel P., Bryant, Merden L., Cabrella, Jem Boy B., Caldez,
Belen P., Callanta, Melvin M., Castro, Anastacia Proserfina I.,
Halabaso, Sonia P., Nocom, Roger T. and Concepcion S. Ternida.
2013. Mathematics Learner’s Module 8. Quezon City. Department
of Education. Book Media Press, Inc. and Printwell, Inc.

Freeman, Emily. Congruence Statements and 5 Ways to Prove Triangles

Congruent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IKaLj7eToc8

Oronce, Orlando and Marilyn Mendoza. 2015. E-MATH 8. Manila: Rex

Book Store, Inc.

Amelita N. Tupaz
Mabuhay National High School
DepEd Division of Agusan del Sur
amelita.tupaz@deped.gov.ph