Math Problem Statement

Find the value of x

Find the value of x in a circle diagram with given angles of 145° and a right angle of 90°.

Solution

To find the value of xx in this circle diagram, let's analyze the information given:

  1. The sum of the angles around a point (the center of the circle) is 360360^\circ.
  2. We know two of the angles around this point:
    • One angle is 145145^\circ.
    • Another angle is a right angle, which is 9090^\circ.
  3. Let xx be the third angle.

Since these angles must add up to 360360^\circ, we can set up the equation: 145+90+x=360145^\circ + 90^\circ + x = 360^\circ

Now, we solve for xx: 235+x=360235^\circ + x = 360^\circ x=360235x = 360^\circ - 235^\circ x=125x = 125^\circ

So, the value of xx is 125125^\circ.

Would you like a detailed explanation of any part of this process, or do you have further questions?

Here are some related questions that might interest you:

  1. How do we know that the angles around a point sum to 360360^\circ?
  2. What are some common properties of central angles in a circle?
  3. How would this change if the circle had four or more sectors?
  4. Can this method be applied to find missing angles in polygons?
  5. How do right angles affect calculations in circular diagrams?

Tip: Remember, in a circle, the angles around the center always add up to 360360^\circ, which is a useful fact for solving problems like these!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Circle Properties
Angle Sum Around a Point

Formulas

Sum of angles around a point = 360°

Theorems

Angle Sum Theorem around a Point

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8