Math Problem Statement

Q.1. (A) Four alternative answers are given for each of the following sub-questions. Choose the correct alternative and write the alphabet of that answer: (i) The number of angles formed by a transversal of two lines is? (ii) How many midpoints does a segment have? (iii) A transversal intersects two parallel lines. If the measure of one of the angles is 40°, then the measure of its corresponding angle is? (iv) In △PQR, if ∠R > ∠Q, then?

Solution

Let's go through each of the sub-questions one by one:

(i) The number of angles formed by a transversal of two lines:

  • A transversal intersecting two lines creates different types of angles (corresponding, alternate interior, alternate exterior, etc.). For two lines, a transversal forms 8 angles.
  • Answer: (C) 8

(ii) How many midpoints does a segment have?

  • A line segment has exactly one midpoint.
  • Answer: (A) only one

(iii) A transversal intersects two parallel lines. If the measure of one of the angles is 40°, then the measure of its corresponding angle is:

  • Corresponding angles formed by a transversal with parallel lines are equal.
  • So, if one angle is 40°, its corresponding angle is also 40°.
  • Answer: (A) 40°

(iv) In △PQR, if ∠R > ∠Q, then...

  • In any triangle, the side opposite the larger angle is longer. If ∠R > ∠Q, then the side opposite ∠R (which is side PQ) is longer than the side opposite ∠Q (which is side PR).
  • Answer: (B) PQ > PR

Do you need any further clarification on these answers?

Here are 5 related questions to further explore this topic:

  1. How many angles are formed when a transversal intersects three lines?
  2. Can a line segment have more than one midpoint in non-Euclidean geometry?
  3. How do alternate interior angles compare when a transversal intersects two parallel lines?
  4. What is the sum of all interior angles in a triangle?
  5. How can we prove that corresponding angles are congruent using properties of parallel lines?

Tip: When dealing with triangles, remember that the longest side is always opposite the largest angle!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Triangles
Line Segments
Transversals

Formulas

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Theorems

Properties of corresponding angles
Properties of triangles
Transversal theorems

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10