Math Problem Statement
P is a centroid. Given PR = 12, PT = 8, AR = 9, AY = 21, find SP, TM, AT, and PY.
Solution
This problem involves properties of a centroid in a triangle. The centroid divides each median into two segments such that the ratio of the longer segment (vertex to centroid) to the shorter segment (centroid to midpoint) is . Let us calculate the missing values based on the given data:
Given:
- (median segment from to ),
- (median segment from to ),
- (entire median ),
- (entire median ).
To Find:
- ,
- ,
- ,
- .
Step 1: Calculate and
Using the centroid property:
- The total length of a median is divided into 3 equal parts. Thus, the part from to the midpoint is of the entire median.
- The segment from the vertex to is .
- ( SP = \frac{1}{2} \times AY = \frac{1}{3} \times 11Let's calculate step outlines--Here's a clear breakdown:
Step-by-Step Solution:
- Property of Centroid:
- The centroid divides each median into a ratio.
- The segment from the vertex to is of the median, while the segment from to the midpoint is .
Step 2: Solve for the Missing Values:
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Find :
- The median .
- .
-
Find :
- Using the ratio:
- .
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Find :
- Median .
- .
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Find :
- Again using the ratio:
- .
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Check Given :
- , so this directly tells us the centroid-to-midpoint segment.
Final Results:
- ,
- ,
- ,
- .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Properties of a centroid in a triangle
Ratios in geometry
Formulas
Centroid divides a median in a 2:1 ratio
Segment division formula: longer segment = 2/3 × total median length, shorter segment = 1/3 × total median length
Theorems
Centroid theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10