Geometry

Question Analysis

This question is centered around the concept of a median in a triangle.

 

Key Concept Explanation

A median of a triangle is a line segment that extends from a vertex of the triangle to the mid - point of the side opposite that vertex.

 

Step - by - Step Solution

1. Recall the definition of a median.

2. Analyze each option:

WY: Since is the mid - point of (as indicated by the markings on the sides), and is a vertex, connects vertex to the mid - point of the opposite side . Thus, is a median.

XV: There is no indication that is the mid - point of the side opposite

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