Math Problem Statement

Find the measure of the missing angles.

Solution

The problem asks to find the measure of the missing angles shown in the image. The diagram is a set of intersecting lines that forms several angles around a point.

The angle provided is labeled 140°, and the task is to find the missing angles. Since the sum of angles around a point is always 360°, we can calculate the other angles.

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. There are four angles formed around the point where the lines intersect.
  2. One of the angles is given as 140°.
  3. Let’s denote the unknown angles as x (the vertical opposite of the 140° angle) and y (the remaining two angles).

Vertical Opposite Angle:

  • The angle opposite to 140° is also 140°, due to the property of vertical angles being equal.

Remaining Angles:

  • The two remaining angles form a straight line with the 140° angles. A straight line has a total of 180°.
  • Therefore, the sum of the two unknown angles must be: 180°140°=40°180° - 140° = 40° Since the two angles are equal (as they are vertical angles), each of them is: 40°2=20°\frac{40°}{2} = 20°

Conclusion:

  • The unknown angles are 140° and 20°.

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

Here are five related questions you could explore:

  1. What is the sum of angles at a point?
  2. How do vertical angles relate to each other?
  3. What is the definition of supplementary angles?
  4. How do you calculate angles when lines are intersected by a transversal?
  5. Can two adjacent angles be unequal but still form a linear pair?

Tip: Always remember that vertical angles are congruent, and the sum of angles on a straight line is 180°.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Angles
Vertical Angles
Linear Pair

Formulas

Sum of angles around a point = 360°
Vertical angles are congruent
Angles on a straight line = 180°

Theorems

Vertical Angle Theorem
Linear Pair Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8