Geometry & MeasuresKey Facts

Types of Triangles

Part of Properties of TrianglesGCSE Mathematics

This key facts covers Types of Triangles within Properties of Triangles for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Properties of Triangles in Geometry & Measures for GCSE Mathematics with 12 exam-style questions and 3 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 2 of 8 in this topic. Use this key facts to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

Topic position

Section 2 of 8

Practice

12 questions

Recall

3 flashcards

Types of Triangles

Type Sides Angles Key Feature
Equilateral All 3 equal All 60° 3 lines of symmetry, rotational order 3
Isosceles 2 equal 2 equal (base angles) 1 line of symmetry
Scalene All different All different No symmetry
Right-angled Any combination One 90° angle Other two angles add to 90°

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Practice Questions for Properties of Triangles

What is the sum of the interior angles of any triangle?

  • A. 90°
  • B. 180°
  • C. 270°
  • D. 360°
1 markfoundation

Describe the key properties of an equilateral triangle. State two properties relating to sides and two relating to angles.

2 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

Isosceles Triangle
Two equal sides, two equal angles
Triangle Angle Sum
Always 180°

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