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Compare and Contrast Which of the following statements is a better definition of a linear pair? Explain. A linear pair is a pair of supplementary angles. A linear pair is a pair of adjacent angles with noncommon sides that are opposite rays.

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A linear pair is formed when two lines intersect to form two adjacent angles that add up to 180 degrees.

In this case, the linear pair can form on a straight line that is intersected by another line i.e supplimentary angles or

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