Math Problem Statement

If GI and JL are parallel lines and mLKM = 121°, what is mLKH?

Solution

Since GIJLGI \parallel JL, and the angle LKM=121\angle LKM = 121^\circ, we can apply some geometric principles.

Assuming that point KK lies on the transversal that intersects the parallel lines GIGI and JLJL, the angle LKM=121\angle LKM = 121^\circ can be used to determine the measure of other angles. Typically, angles on a straight line sum to 180180^\circ. Therefore, LKH\angle LKH would be the supplementary angle to LKM\angle LKM, since they form a linear pair.

Thus, we calculate: mLKH=180mLKM=180121=59m\angle LKH = 180^\circ - m\angle LKM = 180^\circ - 121^\circ = 59^\circ

So, mLKH=59m\angle LKH = 59^\circ.

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Related Questions:

  1. What is a linear pair of angles?
  2. How do supplementary angles work?
  3. How can parallel lines help in angle determination?
  4. What are corresponding angles and how are they useful?
  5. How do you find alternate interior angles?

Tip:

When working with parallel lines, always look for corresponding, alternate interior, and supplementary angles to simplify your problem.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Supplementary Angles
Linear Pair

Formulas

Sum of angles on a straight line: m(∠LKH) + m(∠LKM) = 180°

Theorems

Linear Pair Theorem
Supplementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10