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A transversal cuts two parallel lines. One of the alternate interior angles is 36°. What is the co-interior angle on the same side of the transversal as this 36° angle (in deg)?

Class 9Parallel Lines and a TransversalGeometry — Lines and Angles
  • A129
  • B288
  • C159
  • D144

Step-by-Step Solution

The alternate interior angle is 36°, equal to its alternate partner. The co-interior angle on the same side is supplementary to the interior angle: 180 - 36 = 144°.
Answer: D) 144

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