Parallel Lines & Transversal

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What are corresponding angles?

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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 are alternate interior angles?

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Angles that are on opposite sides of the transversal and inside the two parallel lines. They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are alternate exterior angles?

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Angles that are on opposite sides of the transversal and outside the two parallel lines. They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What are vertical angles?

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Angles that are opposite each other when two lines intersect. They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What is a linear pair of angles?

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A pair of adjacent angles that are formed when two lines intersect. The sum of their measures is 180 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How are corresponding angles related when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?

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They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How are alternate interior angles related when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?

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They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How are alternate exterior angles related when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?

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They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How are vertical angles related?

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They are equal in measure.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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What is the sum of the measures of angles in a linear pair?

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180 degrees.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5