Investigating Geometry: Lines

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May 2006

Lesson 2-4: Angles and Parallel Lines

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SOL G.2 c: The student will use the relationships between angles formed by two lines cut by a transversal to (c) solve real-world problems involving angles formed when parallel lines are cut by a transversal.

 Applet Directions 1 Close 
  1. In the figure, Segment 1 is parallel to Segment 2.

  2. When angle a1 = 40°, a2 = 30°, find the measure of angle a3.

  3. When the Drag Point is between the segments and to the left of points R and T, find the expression for the angle a3 in terms of a1 and a2.
 Applet Directions 2 Close 
  1. When the Drag point is below Segment 2 and to the left of points R and T, find the expression for the angle a3 in terms of a1 and a2.

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  1. Investigate Parallel Lines
  2. Investigate Angles
  3. Angles of Parallel Lines (PDF)
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  1. Glencoe: On Line Quiz
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Carpenters use parallel lines in creating walls for construction projects. Copy the drawing below. Label your drawing and describe 3 different ways to guarantee that the wall studs (vertical boards) are parallel.

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