Question

Two electricity poles are built standing parallel to each other, as shown below. The measure of angle 1 is 101∘. Which of the following statements correctly identifies and explains the measure of angle 2?
A.The measure of angle 2 is 79∘ because angles 1 and 2 are corresponding angles.

B.The measure of angle 2 is 79∘ because angles 1 and 2 are supplementary angles.

C.The measure of angle 2 is 101∘ because angles 1 and 2 are vertical angles.

D.The measure of angle 2 is 101∘ because angles 1 and 2 are corresponding angles.

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A: The measure of angle 2 is 79° because angles 1 and 2 are corresponding angles.