Parallel Lines: Real-world Applications in Cooking & Recipes

Mathematics
Grade 6
16 questions
~32 mins
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A worksheet exploring parallel lines through real-world cooking scenarios, focusing on vector geometry proofs and measure concepts.

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Parallel Lines: Real-world Applications in Cooking & Recipes

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Grade Grade 6
A

Fluency & Practice

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Calculate the measure of angle A when two parallel lines are cut by a transversal and the alternate interior angles are 65 degrees.
[2 marks]
2.
Construct a pair of parallel lines on your grid and mark an transversal crossing both. Measure and record the corresponding angles.
[3 marks]
3.
If a chef's recipe calls for doubling the amount of a spice when two lines are parallel, and the original amount is 3 grams, what is the new amount?
[2 marks]
4.
Plot on your grid a pair of parallel lines with a transversal creating angles of 120° and 60°. Identify these angles.
[3 marks]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Answer the following multi-step problems in the grid spaces provided.
1.
A baker arranges two parallel shelves for storing baking trays. A rod crosses both shelves, creating angles of 75° and 105°. Explain how the angles relate if the shelves are parallel.
[4 marks]
2.
A chef’s recipe uses a special spice measured in a way that relates to the angles formed by two parallel lines. If the angles are 45° and 135°, and the lines are cut by a transversal, what type of angles are these?
[2 marks]
3.
On your grid, draw two parallel lines with a transversal such that alternate interior angles are 50°. What are the measures of the corresponding angles?
[3 marks]
4.
Explain why two parallel lines cut by a transversal always form equal alternate interior angles.
[4 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Solve these contextual problems involving parallel lines and angles in cooking scenarios.
1.
A recipe book has a diagram showing two parallel counters in a kitchen with a rod crossing both at an angle. If the angle between the rod and the counter is 70°, what is the angle on the opposite side of the rod?
[2 marks]
2.
A chef arranges two parallel shelves with a cutting board crossing both. If the angles at the crossing points are 85° and 95°, explain how this shows the shelves are parallel.
[4 marks]
3.
In a recipe illustration, a rod crosses two parallel lines (counter and shelf). The angles formed are marked as 60° and 120°. What does this tell about the angles and the lines?
[3 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Attempt these more advanced questions to extend your understanding.
1.
Construct two parallel lines on your grid and draw a transversal such that one of the angles is 130°. Calculate all other angles formed and justify your answers.
[4 marks]
2.
A recipe involves arranging multiple parallel lines with a transversal. If one angle is 115°, what are all the other angles, and why?
[4 marks]
E

Mixed Review

Answer these questions to review different aspects of parallel lines.
1.
Draw two parallel lines and a transversal. Mark all pairs of corresponding and alternate interior angles, labeling their measures.
[4 marks]
2.
Identify and correct the mistake in this reasoning: 'Since the angles are 80° and 100°, the lines are not parallel.'
[3 marks]
F

Error Analysis

Review these common mistakes and explain how to correct them.
1.
A student states: 'If two lines are parallel, then all angles formed are 90°.' Identify the mistake and explain the correct property.
[3 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
Updated
1/1/2026
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