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Median vs. Altitude

In ABC, segment CDis called an ALTITUDE and segment CE is called a MEDIAN. Move points A, B, and C around to help you answer the questions below.

How would you define the median of a triangle?

How would you define the altitude of a triangle?

True or False: The median and the altitude of a triangle are always the same thing.

Select all that apply
  • A
  • B
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Was it ever possible to get the median and altitude to be the same? Explain when (if possible).