Where can I find more information about Plane Geometry?

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The discussion centers on seeking additional resources for studying Plane Geometry, particularly introductory textbooks. A user shares a specific website and mentions their current textbook, which covers 3D figures and foundational concepts like planes, points, and lines. Suggestions include exploring other textbooks on Intermediate Algebra, Trigonometry, or Pre-Calculus as complementary resources. The conversation emphasizes the importance of finding a suitable introductory textbook to enhance understanding. Overall, participants aim to provide helpful recommendations for further study in Plane Geometry.
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Hey there

I do study a textbook at School called Plane Geometry, it is about 3d dimensional figures, it starts with explaining Planes, points and lines, then It starts with theories, then I have to prove something like a line perpendicular to a plane and things like that. I googled Plane Geometry, Solid Geometry and many other things but I found nothing new.

I found this website
http://www.bymath.com/studyguide/geo/sec/geo14a.htm

Anybody knows where can I find anything about this interesting topic?

Thanks
 
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What kind of "more" do you mean? Maybe you want a different or better textbook. Plane Geometry is one pathway to 3-dimensional cartesian coordinate Geometry or "Analytical Geometry" in three dimensions. Some courses on Plane Geometry include a brief introduction to Trigonometry, but Trigonometry is much more thoroughly developed either in a dedicated course on it or in a PreCalculus course.

Depending on what more you wish to learn, you might enjoy a textbook on Intermediate Algebra, Trigonometry, or Pre-Calculus.
 
What kind of "more" do you mean? Maybe you want a different or better textbook. Plane Geometry is one pathway to 3-dimensional cartesian coordinate Geometry
I meant by more a better textbook with the same level, something introductory.

Here is a textbook I used in university. I thought it was really great.
https://www.amazon.com/Euclidean-Non-...93163&sr=&tag=pfamazon01-20 8-2

I am sure that other people here will know plenty of other books you can use as well.

This book is great and looks interesting.

Thanks guys for your help.
 
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