Angle Relationships

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What are corresponding angles?

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Corresponding angles are pairs of angles that are in the same position on two parallel lines cut by a transversal. They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the measure of a straight angle?

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A straight angle measures 180°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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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 in measure.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What is the sum of the angles in a triangle?

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The sum of the angles in a triangle is always 180°.

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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 parallel lines on opposite sides of a transversal. They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is the measure of a right angle?

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A right angle measures 90°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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If two angles are complementary, what is their sum?

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The sum of two complementary angles is 90°.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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If two angles are supplementary, what is their sum?

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The sum of two supplementary angles is 180°.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How do you find the measure of an unknown angle when given the measure of one angle in a pair of complementary angles?

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Subtract the known angle's measure from 90°.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How do you find the measure of an unknown angle when given the measure of one angle in a pair of supplementary angles?

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Subtract the known angle's measure from 180°.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5