Mathematics GCSE
Triangle labelling convention
What Triangle labelling convention means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Triangle labelling convention
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
For triangle ABC, vertices are capital letters, and the side opposite is the corresponding lowercase letter, with an angle written as ∠ABC and the vertex B in the middle.
Topics that use Triangle labelling convention
- Geometry and measures - Properties and constructions (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Alternate segment
- Angle properties
- Angle properties in circles
- Arc
- centre
- Chord
- Circumference
- Congruence and similarity
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