Math Problem Statement

Given a circle with center O, angle PRQ = 70°, and angle ROS = 30°, find the value of angle PSQ (denoted as x).

Solution

The diagram you've uploaded appears to involve a circle, a few inscribed angles, and some key angles marked. Let's break down the geometry.

Given Information:

  • There is a circle with center OO.
  • Four points are labeled on the circle: PP, QQ, RR, and SS.
  • Angle PRQ\angle PRQ is given as 7070^\circ.
  • Angle PSQ\angle PSQ is marked as xx, and this is what we need to find.
  • Angle ROS\angle ROS is given as 3030^\circ.

Approach:

  1. Inscribed Angle Theorem:

    • The inscribed angle subtended by an arc at the circumference is half of the angle subtended by the same arc at the center of the circle.

    From this theorem: PRQ=12×ROS\angle PRQ = \frac{1}{2} \times \angle ROS Therefore, the angle at the center ROS\angle ROS subtended by arc PSPS is: ROS=2×PRQ=2×70=140\angle ROS = 2 \times \angle PRQ = 2 \times 70^\circ = 140^\circ

  2. Angle at the Circumference:

    • The angle PSQ\angle PSQ subtended by the same arc PRPR is half of the angle at the center. PSQ=12×ROS=12×140=70\angle PSQ = \frac{1}{2} \times \angle ROS = \frac{1}{2} \times 140^\circ = 70^\circ

Thus, the value of xx is 7070^\circ.

Summary:

  • x=70x = 70^\circ, based on the inscribed angle theorem.

Would you like further clarification on any of the steps, or more details?

Here are some follow-up questions:

  1. What is the relationship between central and inscribed angles in a circle?
  2. How would the result change if the center of the circle were not at OO?
  3. How can we use the angles in cyclic quadrilaterals for more complex problems?
  4. What is the importance of the "Inscribed Angle Theorem" in solving circle geometry problems?
  5. How would you solve this if another angle, such as PQR\angle PQR, was given?

Tip: Always remember that the angle subtended at the center is double that subtended at the circumference when considering the same arc!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Theorems

Formulas

Inscribed Angle Theorem: angle subtended by an arc at the circumference = 1/2 of angle subtended at the center

Theorems

Inscribed Angle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11