Mathematics GCSE
Alternate and corresponding angles on parallel lines
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On parallel lines, alternate angles are equal and corresponding angles are equal, which supports reasoning about figures containing a transversal.
Topics that use Alternate and corresponding angles on parallel lines
- Properties and constructions (AQA GCSE)
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