Corresponding Angles

Definition of Corresponding Angles

• Corresponding angles are two congruent angles, both lying on the same side of the transversal and situated the same way on two different parallel lines.

More about Corresponding Angles

• In the figure shown, l and m are two parallel lines cut by the transversal n.

Angles 2 & 6, 4 & 8, 1 & 5, and 3 & 7 are corresponding angles.  

Solved Example on Corresponding Angles

How many pairs of corresponding angles are formed when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal?

Choices:

A. 4

B. 6

C. 8

D. 2

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

Step 1: 4 pairs of corresponding angles are formed when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal.

Related Terms for Corresponding Angles

• Angle
• Congruent
• Parallel Lines
• Transversal

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