Math Problem Statement

Given l ∥ m ∥ n, find the value of x.

Solution

The image shows three parallel lines ll, mm, and nn, intersected by two transversal lines. The question asks to find the value of xx^\circ, where xx represents an unknown angle formed by one of the transversals. The angle 135135^\circ is given in the diagram between the lower transversal and the line nn.

Steps to Solve:

  1. Since lmnl \parallel m \parallel n, all the corresponding and alternate angles formed by the transversal lines will be congruent.
  2. The given 135135^\circ angle and the unknown xx^\circ form a pair of alternate interior angles because both are on opposite sides of the transversal and between parallel lines mm and nn.

According to the property of alternate interior angles: x=135x^\circ = 135^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is: x=135x = 135^\circ

Would you like any further details on this solution?

Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do you find the value of angles using the properties of parallel lines and a transversal?
  2. What is the difference between corresponding angles and alternate interior angles?
  3. How can we determine if two lines are parallel based on the angles formed by a transversal?
  4. What are supplementary angles, and how are they related to parallel lines?
  5. How would the value of xx change if the angle given was 145145^\circ instead?

Tip: When solving problems involving parallel lines, remember that alternate interior angles are always congruent, and corresponding angles also share this property.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel Lines
Transversals
Alternate Interior Angles

Formulas

Alternate interior angles theorem

Theorems

Alternate Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10