Congruent Angles: Same Measure, Orientation, and Sides

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Congruent Angles

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Two angles that have the same measure.

Angle Notation

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Angles are denoted by three letters, with the vertex letter in the middle. For example, angle AOB is written as ∠AOB.

Congruent Angle Symbols

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Congruent angles are symbolized by the ≅ symbol. For example, ∠AOB≅∠COB means that angle AOB is congruent to angle COB.

Congruent Angle Properties

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Congruent angles have the same measure and orientation, and the same corresponding sides.

How to Find Congruent Angles

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To find congruent angles, look for vertical angles, corresponding angles, or alternate interior angles.

Example

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In the following diagram, ∠AOB≅∠COD because they are corresponding angles.

Example

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In the following diagram, ∠AOB≅∠COD because they are alternate interior angles.

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