Math Problem Statement

Based on the information in the diagram, which pair of angles are not congruent?

Solution

In the diagram, we have two parallel lines 12\ell_1 \parallel \ell_2 and a transversal line tt, which intersects both parallel lines. The angles are numbered from 1 to 8.

To answer the question of which pair of angles are not congruent, we need to use the properties of parallel lines and transversals. Some important angle relationships are:

  • Corresponding angles: These are equal. For example, 15\angle 1 \cong \angle 5, 26\angle 2 \cong \angle 6, 37\angle 3 \cong \angle 7, and 48\angle 4 \cong \angle 8.
  • Alternate interior angles: These are also equal. For example, 17\angle 1 \cong \angle 7 and 28\angle 2 \cong \angle 8.
  • Vertical angles: These are equal as well. For example, 13\angle 1 \cong \angle 3 and 24\angle 2 \cong \angle 4, as well as 57\angle 5 \cong \angle 7 and 68\angle 6 \cong \angle 8.

Conclusion:

Looking at the relationships:

  • 5\angle 5 and 3\angle 3 are not congruent because they are neither corresponding angles, alternate interior angles, nor vertical angles.

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Related Questions:

  1. What are corresponding angles and why are they congruent?
  2. How do alternate interior angles behave with parallel lines?
  3. What is the difference between vertical angles and adjacent angles?
  4. Why do transversals create special angle relationships with parallel lines?
  5. How would the situation change if the lines were not parallel?

Tip: Always look for parallel line markings and transversals to identify key angle relationships such as corresponding and alternate interior angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel lines and transversals
Angle relationships (corresponding, alternate interior, vertical angles)

Formulas

None specific (uses properties of congruent angles in geometry)

Theorems

Corresponding Angle Postulate
Alternate Interior Angle Theorem
Vertical Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9