Math Problem Statement

In the given circle, find the measures of angles ∠QSR, ∠QPR, and ∠TQR using the provided information.

Solution

From the given diagram and the problem description:

Key Information:

  1. QS = RS: This makes triangle QRS\triangle QRS an isosceles triangle.
  2. SQR=35\angle SQR = 35^\circ.
  3. The point OO is the center of the circle.

We are tasked to find:

  • (a) QSR\angle QSR,
  • (b) QPR\angle QPR,
  • (c) TQR\angle TQR.

Step-by-Step Solution:

(a) QSR\angle QSR

Since QRS\triangle QRS is isosceles (QS=RSQS = RS):

  • The base angles of the isosceles triangle are equal: SQR=QSR.\angle SQR = \angle QSR.
  • Given SQR=35\angle SQR = 35^\circ, therefore: QSR=35.\angle QSR = 35^\circ.

(b) QPR\angle QPR

The total angle of QRS\triangle QRS is: QRS+SQR+QSR=180.\angle QRS + \angle SQR + \angle QSR = 180^\circ. Substitute the known values: QRS+35+35=180.\angle QRS + 35^\circ + 35^\circ = 180^\circ. QRS=110.\angle QRS = 110^\circ. Now, since OO is the center of the circle, QPR\angle QPR (an angle at the circumference) subtends the same arc as QRS\angle QRS (the central angle). By the angle at center theorem: QPR=12QRS.\angle QPR = \frac{1}{2} \angle QRS. Substitute QRS=110\angle QRS = 110^\circ: QPR=12×110=55.\angle QPR = \frac{1}{2} \times 110^\circ = 55^\circ.

(c) TQR\angle TQR

The quadrilateral QTRPQTRP is a cyclic quadrilateral because all its vertices lie on the circle. In a cyclic quadrilateral, opposite angles sum to 180180^\circ. Thus: QPR+TQR=180.\angle QPR + \angle TQR = 180^\circ. Substitute QPR=55\angle QPR = 55^\circ: 55+TQR=180.55^\circ + \angle TQR = 180^\circ. TQR=18055=125.\angle TQR = 180^\circ - 55^\circ = 125^\circ.


Final Answers:

(a) QSR=35\angle QSR = 35^\circ.
(b) QPR=55\angle QPR = 55^\circ.
(c) TQR=125\angle TQR = 125^\circ.


Would you like further explanation of any step?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How do we prove the angle at the center theorem?
  2. What are the properties of cyclic quadrilaterals?
  3. Why do isosceles triangles have equal base angles?
  4. How can we generalize the relation between central and inscribed angles in a circle?
  5. What is the significance of opposite angles in cyclic quadrilaterals?

Tip: Always look for symmetry and cyclic properties when dealing with geometry in circles!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circles
Triangles
Angles

Formulas

Sum of angles in a triangle: ∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180°
Angle at the center theorem: Central angle = 2 × Inscribed angle
Opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral sum to 180°

Theorems

Isosceles Triangle Theorem
Angle at the Center Theorem
Cyclic Quadrilateral Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11