Math Problem Statement

In the figure below, k || l and m || n. Find the values of x and z. Given angles: 72° and (6z - 108)°.

Solution

In the given diagram, the lines klk \parallel l and mnm \parallel n, indicate a pair of parallel lines cut by two transversals. Let's proceed step-by-step to find the values of xx and zz:

Step 1: Identify corresponding and alternate angles

  1. The angle labeled (6z108)(6z - 108)^\circ and the angle labeled 7272^\circ form a pair of corresponding angles since the transversal line cuts through parallel lines. Therefore, they are equal.

6z108=726z - 108 = 72

Step 2: Solve for zz

Now, solve the equation:

6z108=726z - 108 = 72 6z=72+1086z = 72 + 108 6z=1806z = 180 z=1806=30z = \frac{180}{6} = 30

Step 3: Determine xx

Since the angle xx^\circ forms an alternate interior angle with the angle labeled 7272^\circ, these angles are equal. Therefore:

x=72x = 72^\circ

Final Answer:

x=72x = 72^\circ z=30z = 30

Would you like a detailed explanation of alternate and corresponding angles or any other clarifications?

Here are 5 related questions you could explore:

  1. How do you prove that corresponding angles are congruent in parallel lines?
  2. What are alternate interior angles, and why are they equal in parallel lines?
  3. How can we solve for unknown angles when transversals intersect parallel lines?
  4. What is the significance of parallel lines in geometry?
  5. How do the angle sum properties help in solving complex angle problems?

Tip: Always label all known angles in geometric figures; this simplifies the process of finding unknown angles using parallel line properties.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel Lines
Transversals
Corresponding Angles
Alternate Interior Angles
Algebra

Formulas

Corresponding Angles are Equal (if two parallel lines are cut by a transversal)
Alternate Interior Angles are Equal (if two parallel lines are cut by a transversal)

Theorems

Corresponding Angles Theorem
Alternate Interior Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10