Math Problem Statement

what is the measure of the angles 6,7, and 8

What is the measure of angles 6, 7, and 8?

Solution

Let's analyze the image to determine the measures of angles 6, 7, and 8.

  1. Given Information:

    • Angle 1 is 2222^\circ.
    • Angle 2 is 9090^\circ (since there is a right angle mark at that point).
    • Lines aa and bb are parallel.
    • Line tt is a transversal that cuts lines aa and bb.
  2. Find Angle 6: Angle 6 is an alternate interior angle to angle 1 (since they are on opposite sides of the transversal and between two parallel lines). Therefore: Angle 6=22\text{Angle 6} = 22^\circ

  3. Find Angle 7: Angle 7 and angle 6 form a linear pair (i.e., they are on the same line and add up to 180180^\circ). So: Angle 7=18022=158\text{Angle 7} = 180^\circ - 22^\circ = 158^\circ

  4. Find Angle 8: Angle 8 is a corresponding angle to angle 2. Corresponding angles are equal, so: Angle 8=90\text{Angle 8} = 90^\circ

Summary of the Measures:

  • Angle 6: 2222^\circ
  • Angle 7: 158158^\circ
  • Angle 8: 9090^\circ

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Here are some relative questions for deeper understanding:

  1. What is the relationship between alternate interior angles and parallel lines?
  2. How do corresponding angles help in finding unknown angles?
  3. Can linear pairs always be used to find angles?
  4. How does a transversal affect angle measures between parallel lines?
  5. What are other methods for solving unknown angles in a geometric figure?

Tip: When working with parallel lines and a transversal, always look for alternate interior, corresponding, or consecutive interior angles to solve for unknown angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel Lines
Transversals
Angles

Formulas

Alternate Interior Angle Theorem
Linear Pair Theorem
Corresponding Angle Theorem

Theorems

Alternate Interior Angle Theorem
Corresponding Angle Postulate
Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10