Math Problem Statement

Based on the figure provided, solve the value of x and the measure of angle BCD.

Solution

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Question 9:

Problem: If lines mm and nn are parallel, what must be true about A\angle A?

We are given that the lines mm and nn are parallel and A\angle A is associated with a transversal cutting through the two lines, creating angles with a given value of 50°.

Solution: When two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, alternate interior angles are congruent. Also, corresponding angles on the same side of the transversal are supplementary. Based on the diagram, A\angle A is the alternate interior angle, so: mA=18050=130.m \angle A = 180^\circ - 50^\circ = 130^\circ. Thus, none of the options match perfectly, but perhaps we need to check angles based on corresponding angles.

Question 10:

Problem: Parallel lines mm and nn are intersected by a transversal tt, and 1\angle 1 measures 112°. We need to identify which other angles also measure 112°.

Solution:

  • 1\angle 1 and 5\angle 5 are corresponding angles, so m5=112m \angle 5 = 112^\circ.
  • 1\angle 1 and 3\angle 3 are alternate interior angles, so m3=112m \angle 3 = 112^\circ.
  • 1\angle 1 and 6\angle 6 are also corresponding angles on the same side of the transversal, so m6=112m \angle 6 = 112^\circ.

Thus, the angles measuring 112° are 3\angle 3, 5\angle 5, and 6\angle 6.

Question 11:

Problem: We are given two angles (6x+27)(6x + 27)^\circ and (12x9)(12x - 9)^\circ, and we need to solve for xx and the measure of BCD\angle BCD.

Solution: The two angles are vertically opposite, which means they are equal: 6x+27=12x9.6x + 27 = 12x - 9. Solving for xx: 6x12x=927,6x - 12x = -9 - 27, 6x=36,-6x = -36, x=6.x = 6.

Now, substitute x=6x = 6 into either angle expression: 6(6)+27=36+27=63.6(6) + 27 = 36 + 27 = 63^\circ. Thus, mBCD=63m \angle BCD = 63^\circ.

Question 12:

Problem: Which of the following is defined as a part of a line that is bounded by two endpoints?

Solution: The correct definition of a part of a line bounded by two endpoints is a segment. Thus, the answer is D: segment.


Would you like more details on any of these problems, or do you have any questions?

Here are five additional related questions to further your understanding:

  1. What are the properties of corresponding angles when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?
  2. How do alternate interior angles relate when two lines are parallel?
  3. What is the definition of a transversal, and how does it affect angles formed by parallel lines?
  4. Can vertical angles ever be supplementary? Why or why not?
  5. How can the concept of congruent angles be applied to other types of geometric figures?

Tip: When solving for angles with parallel lines, remember that corresponding, alternate interior, and alternate exterior angles are equal.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Geometry
Parallel Lines

Formulas

Vertical angles are congruent
Solving linear equations

Theorems

Vertical Angles Theorem
Corresponding Angles Theorem
Alternate Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10