SOLUTION: Given: AB=BC Prove: 1/2AC=BC

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Question 513789: Given: AB=BC
Prove: 1/2AC=BC

Answer by solver91311(24713)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!


You can't prove that. The only way that is true is if points A, B, and C are collinear. But since you didn't say they are collinear, I cannot assume they are. Repost giving us the entire problem and perhaps someone can help you.

John

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