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Prove the alternate exterior angles theorem with a 2 column proof

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Given: the theorem of the alternate exterior angles

We will prove the theorem as follows:

First, we will draw two parallel lines and a transversal

As shown, line 1 // Line 2

The angles (x) and (y) are alternate exterior angles

We will prove: m∠ x = m∠ y

The proof will be as follows:

Statements Reason

Line 1 // Line 2 Given

m∠ x = m∠ z The corresponding angles are congruent

m∠ y = m∠ z The vertical angles are congruent

m∠ x = m∠ y Transitive property of equality

Prove the alternate exterior angles theorem with a 2 column proof-example-1
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