Math Problem Statement

Which angles are supplementary in the given diagram with parallel lines KM and NP, and transversal QO?

Solution

From the image, the question asks which angles are supplementary. Here's how to determine this:

  • Supplementary angles are two angles whose sum is 180°.
  • Since KMNPKM \parallel NP and QOQO is a transversal line, some of these angles are either interior or exterior angles on the same side of the transversal.

Looking at the choices, let's consider:

  • NOQ\angle NOQ and KLO\angle KLO - These two angles lie on opposite sides of the transversal and are not a pair of interior angles on the same side, so they are not supplementary.
  • NOQ\angle NOQ and MLJ\angle MLJ - NOQ\angle NOQ is an interior angle on the upper left side of the transversal, and MLJ\angle MLJ is an interior angle on the lower right side, so they are not supplementary.
  • NOQ\angle NOQ and POQ\angle POQ - These two angles are adjacent angles along the transversal, which form a straight line. Therefore, they are supplementary.
  • NOQ\angle NOQ and POL\angle POL - These are angles on the opposite side of the transversal and do not sum to 180°.

Thus, the correct answer is NOQ\angle NOQ and POQ\angle POQ.

Would you like further clarification or more details on any steps?

Here are five related questions to explore further:

  1. What are the properties of parallel lines and transversals?
  2. How do alternate interior angles relate to parallel lines?
  3. What is the difference between supplementary and complementary angles?
  4. How do you identify corresponding angles in parallel line diagrams?
  5. What are vertically opposite angles, and how do they relate to this diagram?

Tip: When working with parallel lines, remember that interior angles on the same side of the transversal are always supplementary.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Supplementary Angles
Parallel Lines
Transversals

Formulas

Sum of supplementary angles = 180°

Theorems

Supplementary Angles Theorem
Properties of Parallel Lines and Transversals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8