Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal 2
Parallel Lines Cut by a Transversal 2
by a Transversal
When a line intersects two or more parallel lines, it is called a
transversal. There are eight special angle pairs that are formed
when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. These angle
pairs have special relationships.
by Amany Hany
Corresponding Angles
1 Definition 2 Example
Corresponding angles Angles 1 and 5, angles
are angles that occupy 2 and 6, angles 3 and
the same relative 7, angles 4 and 8 are
position at each corresponding angles.
intersection.
3 Relationship 4 Postulate
Corresponding angles The Corresponding
are congruent (equal in Angles Postulate states
measure). that if two parallel lines
are cut by a
transversal, then
corresponding angles
are congruent.
Alternate Exterior Angles
Definition Example Relationship
Alternate exterior angles are Angles 1 and 8, angles 2 and 7 Alternate exterior angles are
angles that are on opposite sides are alternate exterior angles. congruent.
of the transversal and outside
the parallel lines.
Vertical Angles
Definition Example
Vertical angles are Angles 1 and 3, angles 2
opposite angles formed and 4, angles 5 and 7,
by the intersection of two angles 6 and 8 are
lines. vertical angles.
Relationship Note
Vertical angles are congruent. Vertical angles are
congruent, even when the
lines are not parallel.
Same-side Interior Angles
2 Key Concepts
This activity reinforces the following concepts:
3 Activity
Students can practice identifying and measuring
angles, applying the properties of parallel lines,
and solving for unknown angle measures.
Summary
In conclusion, this subject enrichment activity provides a
valuable opportunity for grade 7 math students to strengthen
their understanding of parallel lines cut by a transversal.
Through a combination of visual examples and hands-on
practice, students can solidify their grasp of these important
geometric concepts and develop critical thinking skills.