Transversals & Parallel Lines

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What are transversals in geometry?

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Transversals are lines that intersect two or more other lines at distinct points.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between alternate exterior angles when a transversal crosses parallel lines?

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Alternate exterior angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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Define corresponding angles in the context of parallel lines and a transversal.

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Corresponding angles are pairs of angles that are in the same position on different parallel lines when a transversal crosses them.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the sum of the interior angles on the same side of a transversal?

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The sum of the interior angles on the same side of a transversal is 180 degrees.

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If two parallel lines are cut by a transversal, what can be said about the alternate interior angles?

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Alternate interior angles are equal.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between consecutive interior angles when a transversal intersects two parallel lines?

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Consecutive interior angles are supplementary, meaning they add up to 180 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How do you find the measure of an angle if you know the measure of its corresponding angle?

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The measure of the corresponding angle is equal to the measure of the angle in question.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the value of x if angle A is 45 degrees and angle B is its corresponding angle?

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x = 45 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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If angle P measures 60 degrees, what is the measure of angle C if they are alternate interior angles?

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Angle C measures 60 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the relationship between vertical angles formed by two intersecting lines?

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Vertical angles are equal.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5