Math Problem Statement

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Find the measure of the missing angles.

Solution

In the diagram, we are dealing with two angles, xx and yy, where the sum of the angles forms two sets of relationships:

  1. xx and the given 4141^\circ angle form a linear pair, meaning they are supplementary (add up to 180180^\circ).
  2. yy and 4141^\circ form a right angle (as indicated by the small square marking), meaning they add up to 9090^\circ.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. For xx:
    Since xx and 4141^\circ are on a straight line, they are supplementary: x+41=180x + 41^\circ = 180^\circ Solving for xx: x=18041=139x = 180^\circ - 41^\circ = 139^\circ

  2. For yy:
    The angle yy and 4141^\circ are complementary, as they form a right angle: y+41=90y + 41^\circ = 90^\circ Solving for yy: y=9041=49y = 90^\circ - 41^\circ = 49^\circ

Final answers:

  • x=139x = 139^\circ
  • y=49y = 49^\circ

Would you like more details on this, or have any other questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the sum of all angles in a straight line?
  2. What defines complementary and supplementary angles?
  3. How do vertical angles behave in such problems?
  4. What are alternate interior angles, and how do they relate to this type of diagram?
  5. Can you calculate unknown angles when dealing with parallel lines cut by a transversal?

Tip: Remember, angles on a straight line always add up to 180°, while angles forming a right angle add up to 90°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Linear Pair of Angles
Complementary Angles

Formulas

x + 41° = 180° (Linear Pair/Supplementary)
y + 41° = 90° (Complementary)

Theorems

Linear Pair Theorem
Complementary Angles Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8