Math Problem Statement

If lines m and n are parallel in the illustration below, which of the following must be true about ∠A and ∠B?

Solution

The problem provided is a geometry question involving parallel lines and angles formed by a transversal. Let's analyze the situation.

Given:

  • Lines m and n are parallel.
  • The transversal crosses these lines and forms angles ∠A and ∠B at the points shown.

Now, we need to determine the correct relationship between ∠A and ∠B from the following options:

  • A. mA=mBm∠A = m∠B
  • B. mA=12(mB)m∠A = \frac{1}{2}(m∠B)
  • C. mA+mB=90m∠A + m∠B = 90^\circ
  • D. mA+mB=180m∠A + m∠B = 180^\circ

Key Concept:

When two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, several types of angle relationships occur:

  1. Corresponding angles are congruent.
  2. Alternate interior angles are congruent.
  3. Same-side (consecutive) interior angles are supplementary (i.e., they add up to 180180^\circ).

Here, ∠A and ∠B are on the same side of the transversal and between the two parallel lines, which makes them consecutive interior angles. Therefore, they must be supplementary.

Conclusion:

  • The correct option is D: mA+mB=180m∠A + m∠B = 180^\circ.

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Related questions:

  1. What is the relationship between alternate interior angles when a transversal crosses parallel lines?
  2. How do corresponding angles behave with parallel lines?
  3. How can you prove that same-side interior angles are supplementary?
  4. What happens to the angles if the lines are not parallel?
  5. Can angles formed by non-parallel lines and a transversal still be congruent in some cases?

Tip:

Always remember that when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, alternate interior and corresponding angles are congruent, while consecutive interior angles are supplementary.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Transversals
Angle Relationships

Formulas

m∠A + m∠B = 180° (Supplementary Angles)

Theorems

Same-Side Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10