CHAPTER 8 MAIN CONCEPTS

8.1
Exploration I, Parts I, II, and III, pg 499
Formula for a Dilation
Exploration 2, pg 500. Constructing a dilation: know
how to draw dilations without coordinates like we did
on the worksheet in class.

8.2 Definition of Similar Polygons
Properties of Proportions: ALGEBRA REVIEW
Cross Multiplication Property
Reciprocal Property
Exchange Property
"Add One" Property

8.3
Exploration I: AA~
Exploration 2: SSS~
Exploration 3: SAS~

8.4
Side Splitting Theorem
Two transversal Proportionality Corollary


8.5
Indirect measurement using similar triangles
Proportional altitudes theorem
Proportional medians theorem
Proportional angle bisector theorem

8.6 Exploration 1: Ratios of Areas
Exploration 2: Ratios of Volumes
Exploration 3: Inreasing Height and Volume