Math Problem Statement

In the figure, l || m || n. ∠QPS = 35° and ∠QRT = 55°. Find ∠PQR.

Solution

To solve the problem in the image, let's break it down step by step.

Given Information:

  1. lmnl \parallel m \parallel n (three parallel lines).
  2. QPS=35\angle QPS = 35^\circ.
  3. QRT=55\angle QRT = 55^\circ.
  4. We need to find PQR\angle PQR.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Recognize the geometry.

The diagram shows three parallel lines intersected by transversal lines PQPQ and QRQR. The goal is to calculate the interior angle PQR\angle PQR formed at point QQ.

Step 2: Use the sum of angles around point QQ.

The angles around point QQ are: QPS+PQR+QRT=180\angle QPS + \angle PQR + \angle QRT = 180^\circ (Since the sum of angles on a straight line is 180180^\circ.)

Step 3: Substitute the known values.

35+PQR+55=18035^\circ + \angle PQR + 55^\circ = 180^\circ

Step 4: Simplify the equation.

PQR=180(35+55)\angle PQR = 180^\circ - (35^\circ + 55^\circ) PQR=18090\angle PQR = 180^\circ - 90^\circ PQR=90\angle PQR = 90^\circ

Final Answer:

PQR=90\boxed{\angle PQR = 90^\circ}

Would you like a detailed explanation of any step, or do you have further questions?


5 Related Questions:

  1. How do you calculate angles formed by parallel lines and transversals?
  2. What are alternate interior angles and their properties?
  3. If QPS=40\angle QPS = 40^\circ, how does PQR\angle PQR change?
  4. Can the value of PQR\angle PQR ever be obtuse in this setup?
  5. How do supplementary angles work in geometry?

Tip:

Always remember that the sum of angles around a point on a straight line is 180180^\circ, a fundamental rule in geometry!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Parallel lines and transversals
Angle relationships
Geometry

Formulas

Sum of angles on a straight line = 180°

Theorems

Supplementary angles theorem
Transversal intersection theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10