ABCD is a square. E and F are respectively the midpoints of BC and CD. If R is the mid-point of EF (Fig.), prove that ar (AER) = ar(AFR)
Solution.
Given that ABCD is a square
E and F are the midpoints of BC and CD
R is the mid-point of EF
Proof: Consider and
We know that BC = DC (All sides of square are equal)
(Since E and F are mid points of BC and CD)
(All angles in a square are right angle)
(All sides in a square are equal)
(By SAS criterion)
Hence, AE = AF (by C.P.C.T)
Now, ER = RF ( R is the midpoint of EF)
AR = AR (Common)
(By SSS criterion)
Hence, AR divides the triangle into two triangles of equal area.
Hence proved.