Geometry · Points, Lines & Angles

Congruent Angles

HSG-CO.A.1

Definition

Angles that have equal measure, indicated by matching arc marks.

Examples

  • If angle 1 = angle 2, the angles are congruent, shown with matching arc marks.
  • Two 50 degree angles are congruent because they have equal measure.

Key rule

Matching arc marks on a diagram show which angles are congruent.

Memory hook

Same measure, matching arc marks.