Math Problem Statement

If DE is parallel to GF, what is m∠DFG?

Solution

The problem involves finding the measure of DFG\angle DFG given that DEGF\overline{DE} \parallel \overline{GF} and DFE=125\angle DFE = 125^\circ.

Solution:

  1. Since DEGF\overline{DE} \parallel \overline{GF} and the given angles involve a transversal line intersecting the parallel lines, we use the concept of alternate interior angles and supplementary angles.

  2. DFE=125\angle DFE = 125^\circ is supplementary to its adjacent angle at DFG\angle DFG because they are on a straight line.

  3. Using the property of supplementary angles: DFG+DFE=180\angle DFG + \angle DFE = 180^\circ Substituting DFE=125\angle DFE = 125^\circ: DFG=180125=55\angle DFG = 180^\circ - 125^\circ = 55^\circ

Final Answer:

mDFG=55m \angle DFG = 55^\circ

Would you like a detailed explanation of the reasoning, or do you have any further questions?

Related Questions:

  1. How are supplementary angles related to parallel lines and a transversal?
  2. What are alternate interior angles, and how are they used in geometry problems?
  3. What is the sum of angles around a point, and why is it important here?
  4. Could we solve this problem using a different method? How?
  5. How can this concept be applied to other geometric problems involving parallel lines?

Tip:

Remember, when two lines are parallel and cut by a transversal, alternate interior angles are always congruent, and consecutive interior angles are supplementary!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversal Lines
Supplementary Angles

Formulas

m∠DFG + m∠DFE = 180° (supplementary angles)

Theorems

Supplementary Angles Theorem
Alternate Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10