1.
A ______________ is a logical argument in which each statement is backed up by a statement that is accepted as true.
A.
definition
B.
theorem
C.
postulate
D.
proof
Hint
2.
Which of the following is not one of the five essential parts needed to construct a good proof?
A.
If possible, draw a diagram to illustrate the given information.
B.
List the given information.
C.
State the theorem to be proved.
D.
Assume what you are trying to prove is true.
Hint
3.
A _________ is a statement that describes a fundamental relationship between the basic terms of geometry and is accepted as true.
A.
postulate
B.
theorem
C.
proof
D.
definition
Hint
4.
Which of the following statements is not a postulate?
A.
Points that lie of the same plane are said to be coplanar.
B.
Through any two points, there is exactly one line.
C.
A plane contains at least three points not on the same line.
D.
If two lines intersect, then their intersection is exactly one point.
Hint
5.
Determine the number of line segments that can be drawn connecting pairs of points shown.
A.
10
B.
8
C.
6
D.
4
Hint