Math Problem Statement

Work out the size of the angle marked x in the given geometry problem involving two parallel lines AB and CD, and a transversal EF. Given angles are 65° at angle AEF and 105° at angle FBD.

Solution

The image provided contains a geometry problem with a diagram. The diagram shows two parallel lines ABAB and CDCD, intersected by a transversal EFEF. Angles are marked on the diagram, specifically 6565^\circ at angle AEFAEF and 105105^\circ at angle FBDFBD. The problem is asking to "Work out the size of the angle marked xx".

Step-by-Step Solution

  1. Identify Angles Using Parallel Lines and Transversals:

    • Since ABAB is parallel to CDCD, and EFEF is a transversal, corresponding angles and alternate interior angles will be equal.
    • AEF=65\angle AEF = 65^\circ (given).
    • EFB=105\angle EFB = 105^\circ (given).
  2. Determine Angle xx:

    • Angle xx is located between EFEF and CDCD, adjacent to angle 6565^\circ (marked as AEFAEF).
    • Since ABAB and CDCD are parallel and EFEF is a transversal, angle xx and 6565^\circ are corresponding angles. Therefore, x=65x = 65^\circ.
  3. Double-Check Consistency:

    • Confirm the correctness by checking the sum of the angles at point FF which are on a straight line (linear pair) EFA+AEF+FBD=180\angle EFA + \angle AEF + \angle FBD = 180^\circ.
    • 65+105+x=18065^\circ + 105^\circ + x = 180^\circ.

Answer:

The angle xx is 6565^\circ.

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Follow-up Questions:

  1. What are alternate interior angles, and how are they related to parallel lines?
  2. Can you explain why the sum of angles on a straight line equals 180180^\circ?
  3. How would the problem change if ABAB and CDCD were not parallel?
  4. What other angles can be calculated from this diagram using corresponding angles?
  5. How can you use the angle sum property in a triangle to find unknown angles?

Tip:

Remember that when working with parallel lines, corresponding angles, alternate interior angles, and co-interior angles are key concepts that often help in solving geometry problems.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversal
Angles

Formulas

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Theorems

Corresponding Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Axiom

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9