Math Problem Statement

Find the values of x, y & z in the given parallelogram.

Solution

Let's begin by addressing the first problem in the image:

Problem 11:
Find the values of x, y & z in the following parallelogram.

From the properties of parallelograms, we know:

  1. Opposite angles in a parallelogram are equal.
  2. Adjacent angles in a parallelogram are supplementary (add up to 180°).

Looking at the diagram:

  • The angle labeled zz (at point C) is opposite to the angle labeled 50° (at point A). Therefore, z=50z = 50^\circ.
  • The angle labeled yy (at point D) is adjacent to the angle 70° (at point B). So, they must add up to 180°. Therefore: y+70=180    y=110.y + 70^\circ = 180^\circ \implies y = 110^\circ.
  • Finally, the angle xx (at point B) is adjacent to the angle labeled 50° (at point A). These must also add up to 180°, so: x+50=180    x=130.x + 50^\circ = 180^\circ \implies x = 130^\circ.

Thus, the values are:

  • z=50z = 50^\circ
  • y=110y = 110^\circ
  • x=130x = 130^\circ

Let me know if you'd like a breakdown for any of the other questions!

Relative Questions:

  1. What are the properties of angles in a parallelogram?
  2. How can we find unknown angles when given supplementary pairs?
  3. What is the difference between opposite and adjacent angles in a quadrilateral?
  4. How would the angle values change if this was a rectangle instead of a parallelogram?
  5. Can the internal angles of any quadrilateral always sum up to 360°?

Tip:

In a parallelogram, if one angle is known, you can always find the others because of the supplementary and equality properties of opposite and adjacent angles.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Parallelograms
Angles

Formulas

Opposite angles of a parallelogram are equal
Adjacent angles are supplementary

Theorems

Parallelogram Angle Theorem
Supplementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9