Proof of Parallelogram Theorem: 2 Pairs of Opposite Angles Congruent

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The discussion centers on the proof of the Parallelogram Theorem, which states that if two pairs of opposite angles in a quadrilateral are congruent, then the quadrilateral is a parallelogram. The reasoning involves the interior angles summing to 360 degrees, leading to the conclusion that if 2x + 2y = 360, then x + y = 180. This indicates that the angles formed by the sides of the parallelogram are interior angles, confirming that the opposite edges are parallel. The mention of Groebner basis methods highlights an advanced approach to automatic theorem proving in this context.

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  • Understanding of basic geometric principles, particularly quadrilaterals
  • Familiarity with angle congruence and properties of parallel lines
  • Knowledge of the sum of interior angles in polygons
  • Introduction to theorem proving techniques, specifically Groebner basis methods
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Proof of parallelogram theorem "If 2 pairs of opposite angles congruent, then par..."

I was just wondering, why exactly does "If 2 pairs of opposite angles congruent" prove that a quadrilateral is a parallelogram? Does it have something to do with the fact that the sum of the interiors equals 360, so 2x+2y=360? I like knowing why the theorems work, so if anyone knows the proof for this I would love to see it.
 
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if 2x+2y=360, then x+y=180. This pretty much does it, as if you draw three sides of the parallelogram, for the two angles formed to sum to 180, they must be interior angles. Hence, the opposite edges you've drawn are parallel.
 
This is a fine example for automatic theorem proving using Groebner basis methods, but I guess that is OT...
 

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