Triangle Midsegment Investigation

Step 1 Compare the four triangles created by all three midsegments. What do you notice about their sizes?  Complete conjecture in your notes: Triangle Midsegments Conjecture The three midsegments of a triangle divide it into  ________________. Step 2 Explore the relationship between the angles of the smaller and larger triangles.  What conclusions can you make about the angles and lengths of the midsegment and the third side of the larger triangle? Complete conjecture in your notes: Triangle Midsegment Conjecture The midsegment of a triangle is  __________ to the third side and _____________ the length of the third side.