Copy of Trapezoids

[list][b]Observe all parts of the trapezoid.[/b] Compare them to the properties in your notes.[br][*]In particular, look at the various angle measures, note all observations: base angles on the same base, consecutive angles on different bases - what do you notice?[br][*][i]Keep in mind, when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, same-side interior angles are supplementary.[/i][br][*]How does this theorem apply to the trapezoid.[br][br][b]After completing your observations for the standard trapezoid,[/b] click the box next to Trapezoid and the box next to Isosceles Trapezoid to reveal the isosceles trapezoid.[br][*]Observe all parts of the isosceles trapezoid. Compare them to the properties in your notes.[br][*]In particular, look at the various angle measures, note all observations: base angles on the same base, consecutive angles on different bases - what do you notice, and how is this different from the standard trapezoid?[br][/list]

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