Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of each angle indicated in the diagram involving parallel lines and transversals.

Solution

The worksheet you're working on is about angles formed by parallel lines and transversals. Let's go through the first few problems and solve them.

Key Concept: When two parallel lines are intersected by a transversal, several types of angle pairs are formed, such as:

  • Corresponding angles: These are equal.
  • Alternate interior angles: These are equal.
  • Alternate exterior angles: These are equal.
  • Consecutive interior angles (or co-interior angles): These sum up to 180180^\circ.

Solutions:

  1. Problem 1: The given angle is 101101^\circ. The angle indicated is on a straight line with this, so they form a linear pair, meaning their sum is 180180^\circ.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 180101=79180^\circ - 101^\circ = 79^\circ.
  2. Problem 2: The given angle is 8080^\circ. The missing angle is vertically opposite, so it is equal to 8080^\circ because vertical angles are congruent.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 8080^\circ.
  3. Problem 3: The given angle is 122122^\circ. The missing angle is on the opposite side of the transversal, which means they form a linear pair. Their sum is 180180^\circ.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 180122=58180^\circ - 122^\circ = 58^\circ.
  4. Problem 4: The given angle is 5353^\circ. The missing angle is an alternate interior angle, so it is equal to 5353^\circ.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 5353^\circ.
  5. Problem 5: The given angle is 114114^\circ. The missing angle is on the opposite side of the transversal, and they form a linear pair. Their sum is 180180^\circ.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 180114=66180^\circ - 114^\circ = 66^\circ.
  6. Problem 6: The given angle is 8989^\circ. The missing angle is vertically opposite, so it is equal to 8989^\circ.

    • The measure of the missing angle is 8989^\circ.

Do you want detailed explanations for any specific problem or further assistance? Let me know!

Here are 5 questions to further practice:

  1. What is the relationship between alternate exterior angles?
  2. How do you identify corresponding angles on parallel lines?
  3. Why do consecutive interior angles always sum up to 180180^\circ?
  4. What is the difference between vertical and adjacent angles?
  5. If two parallel lines are intersected by two transversals, how many pairs of corresponding angles are formed?

Tip: Always look for angle relationships (like alternate interior or corresponding angles) when parallel lines are involved, as it simplifies solving for unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversals
Angles

Formulas

Sum of linear pair of angles = 180°
Vertical angles are congruent
Alternate interior angles are equal

Theorems

Corresponding Angles Postulate
Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Vertical Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10