Math Problem Statement

In the diagram below, quadrilateral IJKL is inscribed in circle M. Find the measure of ∠K.

Solution

To solve the problem in the diagram, we can use the fact that the quadrilateral IJKLIJKL is inscribed in the circle, making it a cyclic quadrilateral. One of the key properties of a cyclic quadrilateral is that the opposite angles are supplementary, i.e., their sum equals 180180^\circ.

Step 1: Identify the given angles

  • I=66\angle I = 66^\circ
  • J=99\angle J = 99^\circ

Step 2: Apply the cyclic quadrilateral property

The opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral add up to 180180^\circ:

  1. I+K=180\angle I + \angle K = 180^\circ Substituting I=66\angle I = 66^\circ: 66+K=18066^\circ + \angle K = 180^\circ K=18066=114\angle K = 180^\circ - 66^\circ = 114^\circ

  2. J+L=180\angle J + \angle L = 180^\circ Substituting J=99\angle J = 99^\circ: 99+L=18099^\circ + \angle L = 180^\circ L=18099=81\angle L = 180^\circ - 99^\circ = 81^\circ

Final Answer:

The measure of K\angle K is: 114\boxed{114^\circ}

Let me know if you'd like further explanation or assistance with related problems. Here are five related questions to explore this concept further:

  1. What is the measure of L\angle L in this diagram?
  2. Why do opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral sum to 180180^\circ?
  3. How would the problem change if quadrilateral IJKLIJKL were not cyclic?
  4. Can you derive the relationship between the arcs subtended by the angles I\angle I and K\angle K?
  5. What is the relationship between the perpendicular bisectors of IJKLIJKL and the center of circle MM?

Tip:

Always remember the properties of cyclic quadrilaterals when working with problems involving inscribed figures. This can simplify angle calculations significantly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Cyclic Quadrilaterals
Circle Geometry
Angle Properties

Formulas

Opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral sum to 180°

Theorems

Cyclic Quadrilateral Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12