Math Problem Statement

Give a pair of alternate exterior angles, a pair of alternate interior angles, and a pair of corresponding angles from the diagram of two parallel lines cut by a transversal.

Solution

In this diagram, we have two parallel lines gg and hh that are intersected by a transversal bb. The angles created by these lines are numbered from 1 to 8. You are asked to identify:

  1. A pair of alternate exterior angles.
  2. A pair of alternate interior angles.
  3. A pair of corresponding angles.

Solution:

(a) Alternate exterior angles: These are the angles that are on opposite sides of the transversal bb and outside the two parallel lines gg and hh.

  • Angle 1 and angle 8 form a pair of alternate exterior angles.

(b) Alternate interior angles: These are the angles that are on opposite sides of the transversal bb but inside the two parallel lines gg and hh.

  • Angle 3 and angle 5 form a pair of alternate interior angles.

(c) Corresponding angles: These are the angles that are on the same side of the transversal bb and in corresponding positions relative to the parallel lines gg and hh.

  • Angle 2 and angle 6 form a pair of corresponding angles.

Summary:

  • (a) Alternate exterior angles: 1\angle 1 and 8\angle 8
  • (b) Alternate interior angles: 3\angle 3 and 5\angle 5
  • (c) Corresponding angles: 2\angle 2 and 6\angle 6

Would you like any further details or clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. Can alternate exterior angles ever be supplementary?
  2. How do we determine if two lines are parallel using corresponding angles?
  3. What is the sum of the angles on a straight line?
  4. Are alternate interior angles always congruent when the lines are parallel?
  5. How can we apply these angle relationships in real-world situations?

Tip: Remember, for parallel lines cut by a transversal, alternate interior and corresponding angles are always congruent!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel Lines
Transversal
Angles
Alternate Angles
Corresponding Angles

Formulas

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Theorems

Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Corresponding Angles Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9