SOLUTION: I really need help with this written problem. (In triangle GHK, a segment drawn from vertex G to the opposite side creates a 90 degree angle with the opposite side. what is the bes

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Question 827673: I really need help with this written problem. (In triangle GHK, a segment drawn from vertex G to the opposite side creates a 90 degree angle with the opposite side. what is the best name for this type of segment?) please explain your answer so i am able to understand how you did this, thank you.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39614) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Your description of the segment is "altitude". If you use segment HK as a base, then the segment you described is how tall is the triangle from your point G to the base, HK.