Math Problem Statement

Based upon the set of parallel lines cut by a transversal, use the relationships that exist between the angles to determine the measure of the following angles if m∠8 = 23 degrees.

Solution

Let's analyze the given diagram and solve for the measures of the angles.

Information Given:

  • The figure shows two parallel lines cut by a transversal.
  • m8=23m\angle 8 = 23^\circ.

Using Angle Relationships:

  1. Corresponding Angles: Angles that are on the same side of the transversal and in corresponding positions are equal.
  2. Alternate Interior Angles: Angles on opposite sides of the transversal but inside the parallel lines are congruent.
  3. Vertical Angles: Angles opposite each other when two lines intersect are congruent.
  4. Linear Pair: Adjacent angles on a straight line add up to 180180^\circ.

Solving Step by Step:

  • m∠8 = 23° (Given)

  • m∠6: This is a vertical angle with ∠8, so: m6=m8=23m\angle 6 = m\angle 8 = 23^\circ

  • m∠2: ∠2 and ∠8 are alternate interior angles, so: m2=m8=23m\angle 2 = m\angle 8 = 23^\circ

  • m∠4: ∠4 and ∠8 form a linear pair, so: m4=180m8=18023=157m\angle 4 = 180^\circ - m\angle 8 = 180^\circ - 23^\circ = 157^\circ

  • m∠3: ∠3 and ∠4 are vertical angles, so: m3=m4=157m\angle 3 = m\angle 4 = 157^\circ

  • m∠5: ∠5 and ∠4 are corresponding angles, so: m5=m4=157m\angle 5 = m\angle 4 = 157^\circ

Final Answers:

  • m2=23m\angle 2 = 23^\circ
  • m3=157m\angle 3 = 157^\circ
  • m4=157m\angle 4 = 157^\circ
  • m5=157m\angle 5 = 157^\circ
  • m6=23m\angle 6 = 23^\circ

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions for deeper understanding:

  1. What is the sum of the interior angles on the same side of the transversal?
  2. How would the angle measures change if m8m\angle 8 was doubled?
  3. What is the relationship between alternate exterior angles?
  4. How are same-side interior angles related in terms of angle measures?
  5. How would the solution change if the lines weren't parallel?

Tip: Remember that parallel lines cut by a transversal always create pairs of congruent and supplementary angles!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angle Relationships
Parallel Lines
Transversals

Formulas

m∠4 = 180° - m∠8

Theorems

Vertical Angles Theorem
Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Linear Pair Postulate
Corresponding Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10