parallel lines cut by a transversal

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What are parallel lines?

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Parallel lines are lines in a plane that never meet and are always the same distance apart.

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CCSS.HSG.CO.A.1

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What is a transversal?

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

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What are corresponding angles?

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Corresponding angles are pairs of angles that are in similar positions relative to the two lines cut by a transversal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are same-side interior angles?

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Same-side 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

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What are vertical angles?

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Vertical angles are the angles opposite each other when two lines intersect. They are always equal.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How do you identify corresponding angles when given a transversal?

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To identify corresponding angles, look for angles that are in the same relative position at each intersection of the transversal with the two lines.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between same-side interior angles?

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Same-side interior angles are supplementary, meaning they add up to 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between vertical angles?

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Vertical angles are congruent, meaning they have the same measure.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How can you determine if two lines are parallel using angles?

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If a transversal intersects two lines and the same-side interior angles are supplementary, then the lines are parallel.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the sum of the angles formed by a transversal intersecting two parallel lines?

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The sum of the angles formed by a transversal intersecting two parallel lines is 360 degrees.