Math Problem Statement

Find the measures of ∠1, ∠2, and ∠3 based on the diagram, where ∠1 is vertical to a 22° angle and ∠2 forms a linear pair with ∠1.

Solution

The image shows a diagram with three labeled angles: 1\angle 1, 2\angle 2, and 3\angle 3. The given information is that one of the angles, adjacent to 1\angle 1, measures 2222^\circ.

Here are the steps to solve for the measures of 1\angle 1, 2\angle 2, and 3\angle 3:

  1. Vertical Angles: Vertical angles are always congruent (equal in measure). In the diagram, 1\angle 1 is vertical to the 2222^\circ angle, so: m1=22m\angle 1 = 22^\circ

  2. Linear Pair: Adjacent angles on a straight line add up to 180180^\circ (this is called a linear pair). 1\angle 1 and 2\angle 2 form a linear pair, so: m1+m2=180m\angle 1 + m\angle 2 = 180^\circ Substituting m1=22m\angle 1 = 22^\circ: 22+m2=18022^\circ + m\angle 2 = 180^\circ Solving for m2m\angle 2: m2=18022=158m\angle 2 = 180^\circ - 22^\circ = 158^\circ

  3. Vertical Angle for 3\angle 3: Similarly, 2\angle 2 and 3\angle 3 are vertical angles, so they must be equal. Therefore: m3=m2=158m\angle 3 = m\angle 2 = 158^\circ

Final Answers:

  • m1=22m\angle 1 = 22^\circ
  • m2=158m\angle 2 = 158^\circ
  • m3=158m\angle 3 = 158^\circ

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Here are five related questions to explore:

  1. What are the properties of vertical angles, and why are they always congruent?
  2. How do adjacent angles form a linear pair, and how does this help in solving for unknown angles?
  3. What happens if the sum of angles on a straight line is more than or less than 180180^\circ?
  4. Can you identify other types of angle pairs, such as complementary or supplementary angles, in diagrams like this?
  5. How would the solution change if 1\angle 1 was given instead of 2222^\circ?

Tip: Remember that vertical angles are always congruent, and adjacent angles on a straight line sum to 180180^\circ, which are key properties in geometry problems involving intersecting lines.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Vertical Angles
Linear Pair

Formulas

m∠1 + m∠2 = 180° (Linear Pair)
m∠1 = m∠3 (Vertical Angles)

Theorems

Vertical Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8