Math Problem Statement

In quadrilateral QRST, m∠Q > is 68°, m∠R is (3x + 40)°, and m∠T is (5x − 52)°. What are the measures of ∠R, ∠S, and ∠T? Write the numerical values in that order with the measures separated by commas.

Solution

To solve for the measures of angles R\angle R, S\angle S, and T\angle T in quadrilateral QRSTQRST, we need to use the fact that the sum of the interior angles in any quadrilateral is 360360^\circ.

Given:

  • mQ=68m\angle Q = 68^\circ
  • mR=(3x+40)m\angle R = (3x + 40)^\circ
  • mT=(5x52)m\angle T = (5x - 52)^\circ

Let mS=ym\angle S = y.

According to the sum of the interior angles of a quadrilateral: mQ+mR+mS+mT=360m\angle Q + m\angle R + m\angle S + m\angle T = 360^\circ

Substitute the known values: 68+(3x+40)+y+(5x52)=36068 + (3x + 40) + y + (5x - 52) = 360

Simplify and combine like terms: (8x+y)+56=360(8x + y) + 56 = 360

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Quadrilaterals
Algebra

Formulas

Sum of interior angles in a quadrilateral = 360°

Theorems

Quadrilateral angle sum theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10