Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of the missing angles: Given a diagram with angles x and y, and an angle of 64°.

Solution

The diagram shows two missing angles, xx and yy, along with a given angle of 6464^\circ. Let's break this down to find the missing angles.

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Identify angle xx:

    • The angle xx and the given angle of 6464^\circ are supplementary, meaning they form a straight line. Therefore, the sum of these two angles is 180180^\circ. x+64=180x + 64^\circ = 180^\circ Solving for xx: x=18064=116x = 180^\circ - 64^\circ = 116^\circ
  2. Identify angle yy:

    • The angle yy is complementary to the given right angle (since it forms part of the right-angled corner in the diagram). The sum of complementary angles is 9090^\circ. y+64=90y + 64^\circ = 90^\circ Solving for yy: y=9064=26y = 90^\circ - 64^\circ = 26^\circ

Final answers:

  • x=116x = 116^\circ
  • y=26y = 26^\circ

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Here are some related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What are supplementary angles?
  2. How do complementary angles relate to right angles?
  3. Can the value of xx change if the given angle was not 64°?
  4. How do we identify which angles are supplementary or complementary in a given diagram?
  5. What are vertical angles and how are they calculated?

Tip: Always check if angles form a straight line (supplementary) or a right angle (complementary) to simplify your calculations.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Supplementary Angles
Complementary Angles

Formulas

x + 64° = 180°
y + 64° = 90°

Theorems

Supplementary angles theorem
Complementary angles theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8