Solve each of the following question using appropriate Euclid’s axiom: In the Fig. 5.9, we have ABC = ACB, 3 = 4. Show that 1 = 2.
Solution:
Given that: ABC = ACB, 3 =4
To prove: 1 = 2
Euclid’s axiom says that if equals are subtracted from equals, then remainders are also equal.
So, as ABC = ACB, 3=4
We can write,
ABC - 4 =ACB –3
Now, ( ABC = 1 + 4 ;ACB = 2 + 3)
1 = 2
Hence proved