Math Problem Statement

Find the value of m and y?

Solution

To find the values of mm and yy in the given image, we can use the properties of angles in parallel lines and transversals.

Analyzing the Image:

  1. Angles and Parallel Lines:

    • The angle marked 140140^\circ is an exterior angle formed by the transversal with the lower parallel line.
    • The angle mm is an interior angle on the opposite side of the transversal.
    • The angle 2y2y is on the opposite side of angle mm, suggesting it may be an alternate interior angle.
  2. Using Alternate Interior Angles:

    • For alternate interior angles, mm and 140140^\circ should be equal. m=140m = 140^\circ
  3. Using Linear Pair Property:

    • The angle 2y2y and 140140^\circ are supplementary because they form a linear pair on the straight line. 2y+140=1802y + 140^\circ = 180^\circ 2y=1801402y = 180^\circ - 140^\circ 2y=402y = 40^\circ y=20y = 20^\circ

Summary:

  • The value of mm is 140140^\circ.
  • The value of yy is 2020^\circ.

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Related Questions:

  1. What are alternate interior angles and how are they determined?
  2. How do corresponding angles in parallel lines compare?
  3. What is the sum of the interior angles in any polygon?
  4. How can you determine angles formed by intersecting lines?
  5. What is the significance of the transversal line in parallel line geometry?

Tip: Always remember that alternate interior angles are equal when two lines are parallel and are cut by a transversal.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Parallel Lines
Transversals

Formulas

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Theorems

Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9