Math Problem Statement

In the figure, line p is parallel to line q, and lines l and m are transversals. Measures of some angles are given. Find the measures of angles a, b, c, and d.

Solution

In this image, we have two parallel lines pqp \parallel q and two transversal lines ll and mm, creating multiple angles. The question asks to find the measures of angles aa, bb, cc, and dd, with some given angles already provided: a=110\angle a = 110^\circ and d=115\angle d = 115^\circ.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Angle aa: It is already given that a=110\angle a = 110^\circ.

  2. Angle bb: Since lines pqp \parallel q, and line ll is a transversal, a\angle a and b\angle b are corresponding angles. Corresponding angles are equal when a transversal intersects parallel lines. b=a=110\therefore \angle b = \angle a = 110^\circ

  3. Angle cc: The given d=115\angle d = 115^\circ and lines qpq \parallel p, with line mm as the transversal, imply that c\angle c and d\angle d are alternate interior angles. Alternate interior angles are equal when the lines are parallel. c=d=115\therefore \angle c = \angle d = 115^\circ

  4. Angle dd: It is already provided that d=115\angle d = 115^\circ.

Summary of the Angle Measures:

  • a=110\angle a = 110^\circ
  • b=110\angle b = 110^\circ
  • c=115\angle c = 115^\circ
  • d=115\angle d = 115^\circ

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Here are 5 follow-up questions related to this concept:

  1. What is the difference between corresponding angles and alternate interior angles?
  2. How can you use the concept of vertically opposite angles in this diagram?
  3. What are co-interior angles, and are there any in this diagram?
  4. What happens to the angles if the transversal lines are no longer perpendicular to the parallel lines?
  5. How would the angles change if the parallel lines were non-parallel?

Tip: When solving problems with parallel lines and transversals, always look for relationships such as corresponding angles, alternate angles, or co-interior angles to quickly determine unknown values.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel lines
Transversal
Angle relationships

Formulas

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Theorems

Corresponding angles theorem
Alternate interior angles theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9