SOLUTION: In isosceles triangle ABC, CA~=CB. If D is a point on AC between A and C, prove DB>DA

SOLUTION: In isosceles triangle ABC, CA~=CB. If D is a point on AC between A and C, prove DB>DA

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Question 1132930: In isosceles triangle ABC, CA~=CB. If D is a point on AC between A and C, prove DB>DA
Answer by ikleyn(52800) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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HINT : Consider the triangle ADB and use the THEOREM:

    In any triangle, the side opposite the lesser angle, has a smaller length.

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