A parallelogram is a convex quadrilateral with two sets of
parallel sides. The parallel sides are opposite to one
another.
The diagonals of a parallelogram bisect each
other. Therefore, the point of intersection is located exactly half way along each
diagonal.
Opposite angles in a parallelogram are congruent
(equal).
Consecutive (adjacent) angles in a parallelogram
are supplementary (totaling 180 degrees)
As to the angles
formed by the intersection of the diagonals of a parallelogram, adjacent angles are
supplementary (totaling 180 degrees). The opposite angles are congruent
(equal).
Using these relationships, plus knowledge that the
3 internal angles of a triangle total 180 degrees, it is possible to calculate the
various angles in a parallelogram if the value of one of the angles is
given.
Please see the reference for an excellent graphic
representation and explanation of these rules as they apply to a
parallelogram.
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