Question

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an altitude and a median can be the same segment.
∘ false
∘ true

Explanation:

Step1: Recall definitions

An altitude of a triangle is a perpendicular segment from a vertex to the opposite side (or its extension). A median is a segment from a vertex to the midpoint of the opposite side.

Step2: Analyze isosceles triangle

In an isosceles triangle, the altitude from the vertex angle to the base is also the median (since it bisects the base) and the angle bisector. So, in such a case, the altitude and median are the same segment.

Answer:

True