Angles & Angle Rules

Pass Check: Angles & Angle Rules

Use angle facts on lines, at points, in triangles and with parallel lines.

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Vertically opposite angles

Equal angles formed opposite each other where two lines cross.

Alternate angles

Equal angles on opposite sides of a transversal, between two parallel lines (Z-shape).

Corresponding angles

Equal angles in matching positions where a transversal crosses parallel lines (F-shape).

Co-interior angles

Angles between parallel lines on the same side of a transversal, summing to 180° (C-shape).

Quick check

Mixed quiz

1. Two angles on a straight line are 40 degrees and x. Find x.

2. Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. One angle is 46 degrees. Find the co-interior (allied) angle.

3. Which type of angles are formed in an F-shape pattern across parallel lines?

4. Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. One angle is 40 degrees. Find the co-interior (allied) angle.

5. Two angles on a straight line are 35 degrees and x. Find x.

6. Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. One angle is 43 degrees. Find the co-interior (allied) angle.

7. Two parallel lines are cut by a transversal. One angle is 58 degrees. Find the co-interior (allied) angle.

8. Two angles on a straight line are 65 degrees and x. Find x.