Mathematics
In figure, if AC = BD, then prove that AB = CD.
Euclid's Geometry
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Answer
Given, AC = BD
From figure,
⇒ AB + BC = BC + CD ………(1)
Subtracting BC from both sides in equation (1)
⇒ AB + BC - BC = BC + CD - BC
⇒ AB = CD
Hence, proved that AB = CD.
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