Math Problem Statement

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Solution

Let's solve this step by step to determine which option completes the student's proof correctly.


Analyzing the Given Information

The proof revolves around the parallelogram RSTURSTU, where:

  1. mUTS+mRUT=180m\angle UTS + m\angle RUT = 180^\circ must be proven.
  2. The table provided lists 5 steps, with two blanks (Step 2 and Step 4) requiring justification.

Step-by-Step Analysis

  1. Step 1: "Quadrilateral RSTURSTU is a parallelogram."

    • This is given.
  2. Step 2:
    We are asked to justify why two lines are parallel.

    • In a parallelogram, opposite sides are parallel. Therefore, URTSUR \parallel TS (correct justification).
  3. Step 3: " mKUR=mUTSm\angle KUR = m\angle UTS"

    • This follows from the property of corresponding angles between two parallel lines cut by a transversal.
  4. Step 4:
    Here, we need to use the fact that two angles form a linear pair.

    • A linear pair means the angles add up to 180180^\circ.
    • Since mKURm\angle KUR and mRUTm\angle RUT are on the same line, mKUR+mRUT=180m\angle KUR + m\angle RUT = 180^\circ.
  5. Step 5: " mUTS+mRUT=180m\angle UTS + m\angle RUT = 180^\circ"

    • This is justified using the Substitution Property of Equality, combining prior results.

Correct Steps and Justification

Now, let's compare this analysis with the options provided:

  • Option A:

    • Step 2: "Adjacent sides of a parallelogram are parallel" → Incorrect; opposite sides are parallel, not adjacent.
    • Step 4: mKUR+mRUT=180m\angle KUR + m\angle RUT = 180^\circCorrect.
  • Option B:

    • Step 2: "Adjacent sides of a parallelogram are parallel" → Incorrect for the same reason.
    • Step 4: mKUR+mURS=180m\angle KUR + m\angle URS = 180^\circIncorrect; URS\angle URS is unrelated here.
  • Option C:

    • Step 2: "Opposite sides of a parallelogram are parallel" → Correct; URTSUR \parallel TS.
    • Step 4: mKUR+mRUT=180m\angle KUR + m\angle RUT = 180^\circCorrect; this follows from the linear pair.
  • Option D:

    • Step 2: "Opposite sides of a parallelogram are parallel" → Correct.
    • Step 4: mKUR+mURS=180m\angle KUR + m\angle URS = 180^\circIncorrect; this does not align with the linear pair argument.

Final Answer:

The correct option is C.

  • Step 2: Opposite sides of a parallelogram are parallel.
  • Step 4: mKUR+mRUT=180m\angle KUR + m\angle RUT = 180^\circ.

Key Properties Used:

  1. Opposite sides of a parallelogram are parallel.
  2. Corresponding angles of parallel lines are equal.
  3. Linear pairs are supplementary (add up to 180180^\circ).
  4. Substitution Property of Equality.

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Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What are the properties of a parallelogram?
  2. How are corresponding angles formed with parallel lines and a transversal?
  3. What defines a linear pair of angles?
  4. Can you prove that opposite angles in a parallelogram are equal?
  5. How do you determine supplementary angles in geometry?

Tip: Always remember that opposite sides and opposite angles in a parallelogram have specific relationships. Keep those properties handy!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallelogram Properties
Angles and Linear Pairs
Parallel Lines and Transversals

Formulas

Sum of linear pairs: m∠A + m∠B = 180°
Corresponding Angles: Parallel lines cut by a transversal have equal corresponding angles

Theorems

Opposite sides of a parallelogram are parallel
Linear Pair Theorem
Substitution Property of Equality

Suitable Grade Level

Grade 9-10