Math Problem Statement

Complete the proof that ∠PRQ ≅ ∠VUW.

Solution

To complete the proof that PRQVUW\angle PRQ \cong \angle VUW, let's examine the steps and reasons required.

Proof Table Completion:

  1. Given: QSTVQS \parallel TV.
  2. Statement: VUWSRU\angle VUW \cong \angle SRU
    • Reason: Alternate Interior Angles Theorem. Since QSTVQS \parallel TV and UWUW is a transversal, VUW\angle VUW and SRU\angle SRU are alternate interior angles and therefore congruent.
  3. Statement: SRUPRQ\angle SRU \cong \angle PRQ
    • Reason: Vertical Angles Theorem. SRU\angle SRU and PRQ\angle PRQ are vertical angles (formed by intersecting lines SRSR and PRPR), and vertical angles are always congruent.
  4. Statement: PRQVUW\angle PRQ \cong \angle VUW
    • Reason: Transitive Property of Congruence. Since VUWSRU\angle VUW \cong \angle SRU and SRUPRQ\angle SRU \cong \angle PRQ, it follows by the transitive property that PRQVUW\angle PRQ \cong \angle VUW.

The completed proof table should look like this:

StatementReason
1. QSTVQS \parallel TVGiven
2. VUWSRU\angle VUW \cong \angle SRUAlternate Interior Angles Theorem
3. SRUPRQ\angle SRU \cong \angle PRQVertical Angles Theorem
4. PRQVUW\angle PRQ \cong \angle VUWTransitive Property of Congruence

Would you like more details on any of the theorems used, or have any questions?


Follow-up Questions:

  1. What is the Alternate Interior Angles Theorem, and when is it used?
  2. How does the Vertical Angles Theorem apply in geometry?
  3. What is the Transitive Property of Congruence, and how does it simplify proofs?
  4. How do we identify transversals in geometry problems involving parallel lines?
  5. Can we apply these properties to non-parallel line configurations?

Tip:

When proving angle congruence, always check for alternate interior angles, corresponding angles, and vertical angles in diagrams involving parallel lines and transversals.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallel Lines
Angles

Formulas

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Theorems

Alternate Interior Angles Theorem
Vertical Angles Theorem
Transitive Property of Congruence

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 9-10