Line l is the bisector of an angle ∠ A and B is any point on l. BP and BQ are perpendiculars from B to the arms of ∠ A (see Fig. 7.20). Show that:
(i) Δ APB ≅Δ AQB
(ii) BP = BQ or B is equidistant from the arms of ∠ A.
It is given in the question that:
l is the bisector of an ∠A
BP and BQ are perpendiculars
(i) In
∠P = ∠Q (Right angles)
∠BAP = ∠BAQ (l is the bisector)
AB = AB (Common)
Therefore,
By AAS congruence,
(ii) BP = BQ (By c.p.c.t)
Therefore,
B is equidistant from the arms of ∠A