Math Problem Statement

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What is the reason for statement 5 in the given geometric proof involving parallel lines?

Solution

The image shows a geometric diagram involving parallel lines and a proof table. The proof table consists of statements and corresponding reasons, with the fifth statement missing its justification. Let's analyze the given information step by step:

Given Information:

  1. TVFH\overleftrightarrow{TV} \parallel \overleftrightarrow{FH} (Line TVTV is parallel to line FHFH) - This is stated as a given.
  2. WYFH\overleftrightarrow{WY} \parallel \overleftrightarrow{FH} (Line WYWY is parallel to line FHFH) - Also given.

Statements and Reasons:

  • Statement 3: SUVHGS\angle SUV \cong \angle HGS

    • Reason: Corresponding Angles Theorem (Because TVFHTV \parallel FH).
  • Statement 4: HGSWXZ\angle HGS \cong \angle WXZ

    • Reason: Alternate Exterior Angles Theorem (Because WYFHWY \parallel FH).

Statement 5:

  • SUVWXZ\angle SUV \cong \angle WXZ

Reason for Statement 5:

The appropriate reason here would be the Transitive Property of Congruence. The transitive property states that if two angles are each congruent to a third angle, then they are congruent to each other. Since SUVHGS\angle SUV \cong \angle HGS and HGSWXZ\angle HGS \cong \angle WXZ, it follows that SUVWXZ\angle SUV \cong \angle WXZ.

Thus, the reason for statement 5 is the Transitive Property of Congruence.

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Related Questions:

  1. How does the Corresponding Angles Theorem apply in parallel line proofs?
  2. Can you explain the Alternate Exterior Angles Theorem in more detail?
  3. What is the difference between the Transitive Property of Congruence and Equality?
  4. How would the proof change if the lines were not parallel?
  5. Can this reasoning be applied to other geometric shapes or configurations?

Tip:

In geometry proofs involving parallel lines, always look for opportunities to use theorems like the Corresponding Angles, Alternate Interior/Exterior Angles, and Transitive Property to connect different angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Angle Relationships

Formulas

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Theorems

Corresponding Angles Theorem
Alternate Exterior Angles Theorem
Transitive Property of Congruence

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-10