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If a transversal crosses three non-parallel lines, how many pairs of vertical angles are formed? Explain your answer

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Simple Answer:

Six pairs of vertical angles are formed, two for each line crossed by the transversal.

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Answer: Each transversal crossing a line generates 2 pairs of vertical angles and for 3 transversal crossing the same line it will be 3 x2 = 6 pairs (or 12 angles)

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