Measuring and Naming Angles

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What is an angle?

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An angle is formed by two rays (sides) that share a common endpoint (vertex).

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What is the vertex of an angle?

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The vertex is the point where the two rays of an angle meet.

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What are the different types of angles based on their measures?

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1. Acute angle: less than 90° 2. Right angle: exactly 90° 3. Obtuse angle: greater than 90° but less than 180° 4. Straight angle: exactly 180°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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How do you measure an angle?

Back

Angles are measured in degrees (°) using a protractor.

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CCSS.4.MD.C.6

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What is an obtuse angle?

Back

An obtuse angle is an angle that measures more than 90° but less than 180°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is an acute angle?

Back

An acute angle is an angle that measures less than 90°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is a right angle?

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A right angle is an angle that measures exactly 90°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is a straight angle?

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A straight angle is an angle that measures exactly 180°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1

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What is the sum of angles in a triangle?

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

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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What is a reflex angle?

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A reflex angle is an angle that measures more than 180° but less than 360°.

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CCSS.4.G.A.1