Math Problem Statement

Given that angles 1 and 2 are complementary, and the expressions for the angle measures are m∠1 = x + 5y and m∠2 = 2x + 2y + 3, with RT bisecting angle NRZ, solve for the equation between x and y.

Solution

From the given problem:

  1. Complementary Angles:
    1\angle 1 and 2\angle 2 are complementary, so:
    m1+m2=90m\angle 1 + m\angle 2 = 90^\circ

  2. Expressions for Angle Measures:
    m1=x+5ym\angle 1 = x + 5y m2=2x+2y+3m\angle 2 = 2x + 2y + 3

Substituting and Solving:

From the complementary angle condition: (x+5y)+(2x+2y+3)=90(x + 5y) + (2x + 2y + 3) = 90 Simplify: x+5y+2x+2y+3=90x + 5y + 2x + 2y + 3 = 90 3x+7y+3=903x + 7y + 3 = 90 3x+7y=873x + 7y = 87

Final Equation:

3x+7y=873x + 7y = 87

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Angle Relationships

Formulas

Sum of complementary angles = 90°

Theorems

Complementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10