Question

16. In the figure given, n||m. Justify the statement ∠1 ≅ ∠2.

A. Alternate interior angles are congruent.
B. Same side interior angles are congruent.
C. Corresponding angles are congruent.
D. Alternate exterior angles are congruent.

Answer 1

A. Alternate interior angles are congruent.

Explanation:

Parallel lines cut by a transversal create special angle relationships. An alternate interior angle relationship is one where angles are congruent. These angle pairs are inside the parallel lines and across the transversal from each other.

Option A is correct.