Geometry Vocab

Front

When two lines are cut by a transversal, an exterior and interior angle on the same side of the transversal are called ________________.

Back

corresponding angles

Front

The distance between two points can also be called its ________ or ________.

Back

length or measure

Front

A(n) ____________ is made of at least 3 non-collinear points.

Back

plane

Front

The Triangle Sum Theorem states that the sum of the ______ angles of a triangle is _____.

Back

interior ; 180

Front

The Exterior Angle Theorem states that the exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the ______ of the two ______________ angles.

Back

sum ; remote interior

Front

What is the definition of a transversal in geometry?

Back

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

Front

What are alternate interior angles?

Back

Angles that are on opposite sides of the transversal and inside the two lines.

Front

Define corresponding angles.

Back

Angles that are in the same position on two parallel lines in relation to a transversal.

Front

What is the definition of a triangle?

Back

A polygon with three edges and three vertices.

Front

What does the term 'collinear' mean?

Back

Points that lie on the same straight line.