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ACorresponding Points of Circles and Triangles are Constant
BCongruent Parts of Contained Triangles are Compared
CCommon Points of Concurrent Triangles are Collinear
DCorresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Corresponding Parts of Congruent Triangles are Congruent
CPCTC lets us conclude equal matching sides and angles once two triangles are shown congruent.
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