Math Problem Statement

Which statements about angles in the diagram are correct?

Solution

Let's go through the provided statements and see which ones are correct based on the diagram:

1. Statement A: 32\angle 3 \cong \angle 2 because they are alternate interior angles.

  • Incorrect: 3\angle 3 and 2\angle 2 are not alternate interior angles. Instead, they are corresponding angles.

2. Statement B: m1+m3=180m\angle 1 + m\angle 3 = 180^\circ because they form a straight angle.

  • Correct: 1\angle 1 and 3\angle 3 are adjacent angles on a straight line (linear pair), so their measures add up to 180180^\circ.

3. Statement C: 36\angle 3 \cong \angle 6 because they are alternate interior angles.

  • Correct: 3\angle 3 and 6\angle 6 are alternate interior angles, formed by the transversal cutting the two parallel lines.

4. Statement D: 1\angle 1 and 6\angle 6 are supplementary because 36\angle 3 \cong \angle 6 and m1+m3=180m\angle 1 + m\angle 3 = 180^\circ.

  • Incorrect: 1\angle 1 and 6\angle 6 are not supplementary. 1\angle 1 is supplementary to 3\angle 3, but this does not imply that 1\angle 1 and 6\angle 6 are supplementary.

5. Statement E: 13\angle 1 \cong \angle 3 because they are vertical angles.

  • Incorrect: 1\angle 1 and 3\angle 3 are not vertical angles; they are a linear pair (adjacent on a straight line).

Summary of Correct Statements:

  • B and C are correct.

Would you like further details on any of these angles or the reasoning behind the other statements?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What are the definitions of alternate interior, corresponding, and vertical angles?
  2. How can you identify supplementary and complementary angles in a given diagram?
  3. What is the relationship between parallel lines and transversals in determining angle congruence?
  4. Can angles on a straight line always be considered supplementary?
  5. How do alternate exterior angles compare to alternate interior angles?

Tip: Always double-check the relationships between angles by identifying the transversal and verifying if lines are parallel. This helps in recognizing alternate interior, corresponding, and vertical angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversal
Angles

Formulas

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Theorems

Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Linear Pair
Corresponding Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9