Math Problem Statement

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Find each angle measure.

Solution

To solve for all the angles in the given diagram, we need to use some key geometric principles such as vertical angles, linear pairs, and corresponding angles formed by parallel lines and a transversal.

Step-by-Step Breakdown:

1. Analyze the Known Angles:

  • Angle 44° is given in the diagram at the top.
  • Angle 78° is also given to the left of the point where multiple lines meet.
  • Angle 64° is labeled near the bottom.

We'll use these known angles to find the other unknown angles: aa, bb, cc, dd, ee, and ff.


2. Finding Angle ff (Using a Linear Pair):

  • Angles 7878^\circ and ff are on a straight line, meaning they form a linear pair.
  • The sum of angles on a straight line is always 180180^\circ. f=18078=102f = 180^\circ - 78^\circ = 102^\circ Thus, f=102f = 102^\circ.

3. Finding Angle ee (Right Angle):

  • Angle ee is given as a right angle in the diagram. e=90e = 90^\circ This is clearly indicated by the small square box inside angle ee.

4. Finding Angle cc (Using Vertical Angles):

  • Angle cc and the angle of 6464^\circ directly opposite it form vertical angles, and vertical angles are always equal. c=64c = 64^\circ

5. Finding Angle dd (Using a Linear Pair):

  • Angles dd and cc are also on a straight line, forming a linear pair, so they must add up to 180180^\circ. d=18064=116d = 180^\circ - 64^\circ = 116^\circ Thus, d=116d = 116^\circ.

6. Finding Angle aa (Using Corresponding Angles):

  • Angle aa corresponds to angle 4444^\circ on parallel lines cut by a transversal. Corresponding angles are congruent, meaning they have the same measure. a=44a = 44^\circ

7. Finding Angle bb (Using a Linear Pair):

  • Angles aa and bb are on a straight line, forming a linear pair, so they must add up to 180180^\circ. b=18044=136b = 180^\circ - 44^\circ = 136^\circ Thus, b=136b = 136^\circ.

Final Answers:

  • f=102f = 102^\circ
  • e=90e = 90^\circ
  • c=64c = 64^\circ
  • d=116d = 116^\circ
  • a=44a = 44^\circ
  • b=136b = 136^\circ

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Related Questions:

  1. What is the geometric rule for angles on a straight line?
  2. How do you identify corresponding angles on parallel lines?
  3. What is the definition of vertical angles?
  4. How does the sum of angles in a triangle relate to these problems?
  5. Can you solve for missing angles without knowing one of the angles?

Tip:

In geometry, always look for relationships like linear pairs and vertical angles to easily find unknown angles!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Parallel Lines
Transversals
Vertical Angles
Linear Pairs
Corresponding Angles

Formulas

Sum of angles on a straight line = 180°
Vertical angles are congruent
Corresponding angles on parallel lines are congruent

Theorems

Vertical Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Postulate
Corresponding Angles Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9