Transversal

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What is a transversal in geometry?

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A transversal is a line that intersects two or more lines at distinct points.

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What are corresponding angles?

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Corresponding angles are pairs of angles that are in similar positions at each intersection where a transversal crosses two lines.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are alternate interior angles?

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Alternate interior angles are pairs of angles that lie between two lines and on opposite sides of a transversal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How do you identify corresponding angles when a transversal intersects two parallel lines?

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Corresponding angles can be identified as angles that occupy the same relative position at each intersection.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between parallel lines and corresponding angles?

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When two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, the corresponding angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are alternate exterior angles?

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Alternate exterior angles are pairs of angles that lie outside two lines and on opposite sides of a transversal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?

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The sum of the interior angles of a triangle is always 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the difference between interior and exterior angles?

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Interior angles are formed inside a shape, while exterior angles are formed outside a shape.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between alternate interior angles and parallel lines?

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If two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, then the alternate interior angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are consecutive interior angles?

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Consecutive interior angles are pairs of angles that lie on the same side of the transversal and between the two lines.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5