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Definition--Angle Concepts--Straight Angle
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Geometry >> Angles and Planes >> Definition of an Angle

Definition--Angle Concepts--Straight Angle

Straight Angle

Straight Angle

Topic

Angles

Definition

A straight angle is an angle that measures exactly 180 degrees.

Description

Straight angles are used to describe angles that form a straight line, often encountered in the study of linear relationships and transformations. They are important in fields such as physics and engineering, where understanding linear motion and alignment is crucial. In mathematics education, straight angles help students develop a comprehensive understanding of angle measurement and classification, contributing to their overall geometric reasoning and problem-solving abilities.

Straight Angles
A leveler on a shelf measures a straight angle 
of the shelf relative to the floor.

For a complete collection of terms related to Angles click on this link: Angles Collection.

Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.2.G.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.MD.C.5, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.G.A.1, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.7.G.B.5
Grade Range 4 - 8
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • Angles and Planes
        • Definition of an Angle
Copyright Year 2013
Keywords angle, definitions, glossary term