Math Problem Statement

If QS and TV are parallel lines and m∠VUW = 121°, what is m∠TUR?

Solution

The question asks for mTURm \angle TUR, given that QSQS and TVTV are parallel lines and mVUW=121m \angle VUW = 121^\circ.

Steps to solve:

  1. Identify the transversal: Line WUWU acts as a transversal intersecting the parallel lines QSQS and TVTV.

  2. Use the Alternate Interior Angle Theorem: Since QSTVQS \parallel TV and WUWU is a transversal, alternate interior angles formed by the transversal with the parallel lines are equal.

    So, TUR\angle TUR is an alternate interior angle to VUW\angle VUW, meaning: mTUR=mVUW=121m \angle TUR = m \angle VUW = 121^\circ

Thus, the measure of TUR\angle TUR is 121°.

Would you like more details or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How are alternate interior angles defined for parallel lines?
  2. What are the properties of corresponding angles with a transversal?
  3. What is the relationship between consecutive interior angles and parallel lines?
  4. How can the same properties be applied if the transversal intersects at different angles?
  5. Can you prove why two alternate interior angles are congruent using geometry postulates?

Tip: Always remember, when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, the alternate interior angles are congruent!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversals
Alternate Interior Angles

Formulas

Alternate Interior Angle Theorem: Alternate interior angles formed by a transversal with parallel lines are congruent.

Theorems

Alternate Interior Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10