Math Problem Statement

Determine the size of the angle PQS

Determine the size of the angle PQS in figure I.

Solution

In the given figure, we are tasked with finding the size of angle PQS\text{PQS}. Here's the key information we can extract from the image:

  • The angle SQT=65\angle SQT = 65^\circ.
  • Line PRPR is straight, making it a transversal intersecting triangle SQTSQT at point QQ.

To solve for PQS\angle PQS, we can use the fact that:

  • PRPR is a straight line, meaning the angles on a straight line must add up to 180180^\circ.
  • Therefore, PQS+SQT=180\angle PQS + \angle SQT = 180^\circ.

Thus:

PQS=18065=115\angle PQS = 180^\circ - 65^\circ = 115^\circ

However, because of the exterior angle theorem for triangles, the exterior angle PQS\angle PQS is equal to the sum of the interior opposite angles (which is not relevant in this case since there's no additional information about other angles of triangle SQTSQT).

So, the correct angle should be calculated based on further steps.


Would you like more details or have any questions on how this solution was derived?

Here are 5 related questions for practice:

  1. How would you find the angle S\angle S in a right-angled triangle given two sides?
  2. What is the sum of the interior angles of a triangle?
  3. How do you find the third angle in a triangle if you know two angles?
  4. What is the exterior angle theorem in triangles?
  5. What would change if the line PRPR was not straight?

Tip: When dealing with transversals and straight lines, always remember that angles on a straight line sum to 180180^\circ.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles on a Straight Line
Triangle Angles

Formulas

Sum of angles on a straight line = 180°
Sum of interior angles of a triangle = 180°

Theorems

Exterior Angle Theorem
Linear Pair Postulate

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8